Peruvian entrepreneurs demand security conditions to invest.

In the midst of a politically tumultuous scenario marked by the resignation of Walter Ortiz from the position of Minister of the Interior and the assumption of Juan José Santiváñez Antúnez as his successor, Peruvian entrepreneurs have raised their voice to demand minimum security conditions that allow for ensuring a conducive environment for investment in the country. This request gains even more relevance in a context marked by citizen insecurity and the lack of a clear strategy by the government to address crime and criminality. Santiváñez, who previously served as Deputy Minister of Internal Order at the Ministry of the Interior, faces the challenge of leading the fight against crime in a Ministry that has experienced high turnover of ministers in recent times. According to data from Videnza Instituto, the average tenure of a minister at the Mininter does not exceed 1.4 months in the current administration, raising questions about the continuity and effectiveness of implemented policies. Concerns about citizen insecurity have transcended into the business and labor sphere, being expressed through a letter sent by representatives of various guilds to the government. In this document, concerns are expressed about the lack of concrete progress in implementing measures to combat crime, as well as the absence of follow-up on previously established agreements in meetings with authorities. In this regard, Alfonso Bustamante, president of the National Confederation of Private Business Institutions (Confiep), has called for the need for a comprehensive strategy that involves all relevant actors, both from the public and private sectors, to address the growing wave of criminality and violence affecting the country. Bustamante emphasizes the importance of political will and perseverance in the fight against crime as fundamental factors to generate trust and attract investments. On the other hand, Julio Pérez, president of the Exporters Association (Adex), highlights the urgency of establishing an inclusive dialogue that allows the active participation of guilds and unions in the development of citizen security strategies. Pérez emphasizes the need to work jointly with the Executive, Congress, and civil society to comprehensively address security challenges. Meanwhile, Daniel Hermoza, president of United SMEs, underscores the importance of having a structured and coordinated plan that considers not only punitive measures but also preventive and educational actions to address the root causes of insecurity. Hermoza highlights the need to involve young people in educational and employment alternatives that help steer them away from crime and violence. In terms of budgetary matters, it is noted that the Ministry of the Interior has a significant amount allocated for reducing crimes and offenses affecting citizen security, although there is a need to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented actions and their real impact on crime prevention. It is essential that these resources are managed efficiently and directed towards concrete measures that contribute to improving the security of citizens and fostering a favorable climate for investment and economic development. In conclusion, the fight against citizen insecurity in Peru requires a comprehensive and coordinated approach that involves all sectors of society in the implementation of effective and sustainable policies. The demand for minimum security conditions by entrepreneurs and workers reflects the urgent need to create a conducive environment for investment and economic growth, in which citizen security plays a fundamental role. It is the task of authorities and society as a whole to work together in a committed manner to build a safer and more prosperous country for all its inhabitants.