He Pope Francisco He congratulated all Peruvians and the president of the country, Dina Boluartefor the celebration of the National Holidays, and made vows for dialogue and reconciliation.
“On the occasion of Peru’s national holiday, I wish to congratulate Your Excellency and all the inhabitants of this beloved country,” reads the letter sent by the Pope to Boluarte, the state news agency Andina reported on Saturday.
He also expressed his wish for Peru to build “a more united, prosperous and fraternal society.”
“I hope that, through the intercession of Our Lady of Mercy, the Lord Jesus will grant you that national dialogue will contribute to reconciliation.“, said Francis.
Sunday, July 28 is Peruvian National Day, since on that date in 1821, 203 years ago, General José de San Martín declared the country’s independence.
As is tradition, this Sunday the Head of State, the Executive, the Legislative and other authorities will go to the Cathedral of Lima to attend a solemn mass and Te Deum, a celebration that has been held on this date of National Holidays since 1821.
Later, at 11:00 local time (16:00 GMT), the president will give a speech in Congress, where it is traditional to hear an overview of the past year.
Source: Gestion
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