The proposal to reform the pension system of the Economy Commission of the Congress of the Republic points out that Peruvians upon reaching the age of majority will be automatically registered in a Pension Fund Administrator (AFP), which would nullify the possibility of citizens being able to choose between the public or private system; this […]
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Congress blocks use of printed octagons
As of July 1, all processed foods must bear octagons printed on their packages, which are these black and white warnings that indicate if the product exceeds the recommended limits for sugar, sodium (salt), and saturated fat; Also, if it contains trans fats, component that has been ordered to be phased out of the market. […]
Congress: they propose “mirror” contributions for informal pension
The Work Commission and Social Security Congress recently approved a minority opinion for the reform of the pension system after its first initiative failed. In dialogue with La República, Sigrid Bazán, president of the group in question, pointed out that the text is similar to the one rejected by her colleagues previously, although some modifications […]
Elizabeth Medina: “There are many interests and a campaign against Petroperú”
An opinion that ratifies Petroperú as the main administrator of the Talara oil blocks with contracts about to expire, in order to improve its vertical integration after 30 years of privatization, is pending debate in the plenary session of Congress. — What is sought with the opinion approved by the Energy and Mines Commission? — […]
Congress: they seek that CAS workers receive family allowance
Through bill 5200/2022-CR, presented by congressman Juan Burgosit is sought that the family allowance benefits workers in the public and private sectors. In detail, the text points to cover with 10% of the minimum vital remuneration not only the workers of DL 728, but also those of DL 276 —indistinctly if they are career public […]
The Executive Branch observed a law that exempts placing octagons in children’s supplements
Initiative of Congress threatens the health of infants, by not warning parents that their formulas “contain more sugar than soft drinks.” Fonavi: they propose to start the returns in July Price of the dollar today in Peru: what is the exchange rate for this Tuesday, May 30? The Executive Branch observed on Tuesday the law […]
College of Nutritionists: sale of formulas without octagons is incongruous
The Government of Dina Boluarte has until today to object to the rule that would allow baby formulas and other similar supplements, aimed at vulnerable populations, to be marketed without the presence of octagons. Various public and private institutions are requesting with a single voice that its progress be stopped as they consider it detrimental […]
Ombudsman’s Office demands to observe the law that suppresses octagons in infant formulas
The Ombudsman’s Office sued the Executive Power to observe the autograph of the law on food of special diets for vulnerable populations, which reaches formulas and preparations for infants, girls and boys, and which proposes excluding the obligation to use octagons. Through its social networks, the institution assured that the Ministry of Health (Minsa) and […]
The tough battle over debt moves to the United States Congress
An agreement in principle to avoid a catastrophic default of USA reached after marathon negotiations, has faced the challenge of obtaining congressional approval since Sunday. Although the tentative deal announced Saturday by President Joe Biden and Republican leader Kevin McCarthy steered the country back from the economic brink, their compromises have not guaranteed the support […]
It is impossible to make reforms with a weak government and a congress in total disrepute
In this interview, the Argentine economist Juan Pablo Ronderos, explain why inflation Peru remains high despite the slowdown in this indicator in the world. Based on the study of MAP Economic & Business Advisor argues that food prices remain high. That prevents puncturing this distortion that devours the purchasing power of salaries. Ronderos lives firsthand […]