Peruvian vice minister dismissed for meeting with a member of the group “La Resistencia”
Peruvian Vice Minister of Interculturality, Juan Reátegui, has been dismissed by Prime Minister Alberto Otárola following a public meeting with members of the organization La Resistencia, which is said to be associated with extreme right-wing ideologies.
The meeting took place on July 10 at the Ministry of Culture headquarters in Lima, and it involved six members of La Resistencia, including their leader, Juan José Muñico, also known as Jota Maelo.
The Ministry of Culture, where Reátegui is an official, stated that the meeting was held as part of their open-door policy towards the general public.
However, no specific details were provided regarding the purpose or agenda of the meeting.
It is worth noting that La Resistencia has been previously accused of engaging in violent harassment against journalists, writers, and politicians considered to be leftist.
La Resistencia is associated with the Fuerza Popular (Fujimori) and Renovación Popular parties, both of which have right-wing affiliations.
The organization is known for what is called “extreme views” and has been involved in acts of aggression and intimidation against radical leftists.
The dismissal of Vice Minister Juan Reátegui by Prime Minister Alberto Otárola reflects the government’s stance against associations with extremist groups and its commitment to maintaining a balanced and inclusive political environment.
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