The President of Congress, Fernando Rospigliosi, stated that the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) will make the payment today for the acquisition of the F-16 aircraft, despite President José María Balcázar indicating that this purchase would be managed by the next government. Balcázar has maintained his position of not proceeding with the aircraft purchase, even though the Peruvian Air Force (FAP) has already signed the contract.
This decision comes in a complicated context, following the departure of the Minister of Defense and Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela, who faced scrutiny over the contracting process. Rospigliosi emphasized that the payment is underway, which could alter the current political landscape.
For more details on the political situation, you can read about the vote counting and the demand for Transparency from the JNE and ONPE. This news is developing, and more information is expected in the coming hours.
