Peru’s Congress decided on Wednesday to restore a bicameral legislative system in the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies after thirty years. Lawmakers are also allowed to seek reelection immediately. Despite strong public opposition in 2018, this decision moved forward. The vote ended with 91 in favor, 31 against, and three abstentions, exceeding the required […]
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