"Peru's Podemos refuses to engage in dialogue with Boluarte, highlighting political distrust."

Podemos Perú has decided not to participate in the meeting called by President Dina Boluarte at the Government Palace, a decision that aligns with the recent stance taken by the Avanza País party. This refusal to engage in dialogue reflects a climate of distrust and disagreement between the current administration and these political groups, which express serious concerns about the government's management. In a letter addressed to the president, the Secretary General of Podemos Perú, José Luna Morales, states that their decision responds to the need to preserve the political independence of the party in the face of the current power. The letter highlights that one of the members of their parliamentary group will chair the Congressional Commission on Oversight and Control, which underscores the importance of maintaining a critical and autonomous stance regarding the Executive. Luna also refers to the efforts currently being made by the party in the legislative arena, where they are working on proposals focused on economic reactivation, job creation for young people, and strengthening security in the country. According to the Secretary General, these initiatives are fundamental to addressing the social and economic problems affecting citizens. The letter also addresses Podemos Perú's serious concerns regarding the management of Boluarte's government. Luna argues that the administration has not met its central objectives of ensuring security and well-being for Peruvians, nor has it succeeded in reducing the social and economic gaps that affect society. This failure, according to the party, jeopardizes the democratic principles that underpin the country. In this context, Podemos Perú calls on the president to "correct the mistakes made" and guide the country toward a more prosperous future. Such exhortations reflect a palpable frustration in the political atmosphere, where the perception of governmental ineffectiveness has become common among opposition forces. On the other hand, the Avanza País party has also expressed its rejection of the presidential invitation, arguing that previous meetings have not produced concrete results and, instead, have given the impression of support for an administration that has a 95% disapproval rating. Its Secretary General, Luis Flores Reategui, emphasizes the lack of effective management and the growing wave of insecurity affecting the population. Flores Reategui also criticizes the lack of action regarding the impunity of Vladimir Cerrón, which, combined with governmental inefficiency, increases distrust toward the Executive. The perception of a lack of leadership and capability within the Cabinet is also a central point of discontent for Avanza País and, to some extent, for Podemos Perú. At the moment, the relationship between the Executive and these political forces finds itself at a crossroads. Although President Boluarte seeks to establish a dialogue, the response from the parties shows a resistance to participate in what they consider a superficial and belated effort to address the challenges facing the country. Furthermore, it is important to highlight that, despite the political groups' refusal to join the meeting, some of their members continue to hold significant positions in Congress, raising questions about the coherence of their stances and their ability to influence national politics from those spaces. The political situation in Peru is complex and evidences a growing division between the government and the opposition, which could further complicate governance in the coming months. The lack of constructive dialogue and the inability to find consensus could lead the country to a state of greater uncertainty at a time when the population demands effective solutions to urgent problems. Thus, President Boluarte's invitation is not only a call for collaboration but also a reflection of the need to rebuild bridges in a fractured political environment.