The president Dina Boluarte Jennifer Contreras Álvarez was sworn in as the new leader of the Midagri portfolio. She enters to replace Nelly Paredes del Castillo.
Join the WhatsApp channel of La República
- Price of the dollar today in Peru: what is the exchange rate for this Tuesday, September 5?
- What is the ONP payment schedule in September for retirees and pensioners?
President Dina Boluarte appointed this Wednesday, September 6, Jennifer Contreras Álvarez as head of the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri), replacing Nelly Walls of the Castlewho was in charge of the portfolio since December 10, 2022.
contreras alvarez she was the general director of the General Office of Planning and Budget (OGPP) of Midagri since December 21, 2022. She also served as counselor of the National Institute of Quality (INACAL) in two periods.
Profile and resume of Jennifer Contreras
Other public entities to which it has provided its services are the National Port Authority, the Technological Institute of Production, the National Superintendence of Labor Inspection (Sunafil), among others, as it appears in the affidavit presented to the Comptroller’s Office.
Among the challenges that Contreras will have to face is the crisis in the agricultural sector, It has been hit by Cyclone Yaku and El Niño costero at the beginning of the year, which is why many crops have been lost, making the products that Peruvian families consume, such as lemons and onions, more expensive. It should be noted that the arrival of global El Niñowhich will last until the summer of 2024, so prevention measures are vital.
Who are the new ministers?
- Ministry of Education: Miriam Ponce Vértiz
- Ministry of Justice: Eduardo Melchor Arana Yza
- Ministry of Labor: Daniel Maurate
- Ministry of Production: Ana María Choquehuanca
- Ministry of Transport: Raúl Pérez Reyes
- Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation: Jennifer Contreras Álvarez
Source: Larepublica
Alia is a professional author and journalist, working at 247 news agency. She writes on various topics from economy news to general interest pieces, providing readers with relevant and informative content. With years of experience, she brings a unique perspective and in-depth analysis to her work.
