In a significant legislative move, the Peruvian Congress has approved Legislative Resolution No. 6672, renewing a pivotal collaboration with the United States. This resolution marks the return of a joint aerial interception program aimed at curtailing illegal drug trafficking via Peru’s airspace. The decision, sealed with 73 votes in favor, 30 against, and four abstentions, […]
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