Lima. Transport leaders completed this Thursday a second day of protests against extortion and crime in Lima, headquarters of the economic forum of the Asia Pacific countries, the same day that Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the city and when the American Joe Biden.
“We want the international community to know that they are killing us, there is no policy to fight head-on against organized crime and citizen insecurity,” Walter Carrera, president of the National Association of Transporters (Asotrani), told AFP.
At least 200 protesters arrived near the convention center hosting the APEC summit, on the sidelines of which President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart will meet on Saturday.
“Day after day they extort us, we are already tired of that. Peru does not have a good international image that is why we are here,” Madeleine Rojas, 50, a housewife, told AFP.
The protesters, mainly unions of transporters and merchants, have been asking, since September, for security measures in the Peruvian capital in the face of the wave of extortion and the murder of four drivers so far this year.
They also demand the resignation of the president of Peru, Dina Boluarte, who on Thursday accompanies the Chinese leader at the inauguration of the port of Chancay.
The demonstrations will continue until Friday, when the leaders’ meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum (APEC) begins, which brings together leaders from 21 economies.
Meanwhile, in Lima the government activated a contingent of 13,000 police officers to guarantee the security of the international meeting.
At the request of the Executive, Congress authorized last Thursday the temporary entry of up to 600 United States soldiers to support surveillance efforts.
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**Given the multifaceted demands of the protesters and the sensitive timing of the APEC summit, what are the likely short-term and long-term implications for Peru’s political and economic landscape?**
## World Today News Interview: Protests Amidst APEC Summit in Lima
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing the ongoing protests in Lima, Peru, coinciding with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
Joining us are Dr. Sofia Alvarez, a Peruvian sociologist specializing in social movements, and Mr. Carlos Mendoza, a political analyst focusing on international relations in South America.
**Section 1: The Underlying Issues:**
* **Dr. Alvarez:** The article mentions extortion and citizen insecurity as primary motivators for the protests. Can you elaborate on the extent of these issues in Peru and how they’ve impacted daily life for ordinary citizens?
* **Mr. Mendoza:** These protests coincide with a critical economic and political event, the APEC summit. How might the timing of these demonstrations impact Peru’s international image and its standing within the Asia-Pacific region?
**Section 2: The Protesters’ Demands:**
* **Dr. Alvarez:** The protesters are calling for increased security measures and the resignation of President Dina Boluarte. What are the underlying reasons behind these specific demands, and do they represent a broader dissatisfaction with the current government?
* **Mr. Mendoza:** The article mentions the involvement of transportation unions and merchants. This suggests a widespread concern across different sectors of society. Can you comment on the broader implications of this coalition and its potential for sustained impact?
**Section 3: The APEC Context:**
* **Mr. Mendoza:** The presence of world leaders, including US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, adds another layer of complexity to this situation. How might their participation in APEC potentially influence the Peruvian government’s response to the protests?
* **Dr. Alvarez:** Despite the heightened security measures, the protests highlight domestic challenges Peru faces. In what ways might these demonstrations impact the APEC summit’s agenda and the discussions surrounding regional security and economic cooperation?
**Section 4: Looking Ahead:**
* **Dr. Alvarez:** What are the potential outcomes of these protests? Could they lead to reforms or concessions from the government, or are we likely to see a continuation of unrest?
* **Mr. Mendoza:** How might the international community respond to the situation in Peru, and could these protests potentially spark further demonstrations or similar movements in other Latin American countries facing similar challenges?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you to Dr. Alvarez and Mr. Mendoza for their valuable insights. This situation in Peru serves as a stark reminder of the complex challenges facing nations worldwide, particularly at a time of heightened global interconnectedness. We will continue to monitor developments in Lima and keep you updated on this unfolding story.
