Peruvian Prime Minister Alberto Otárola resigns amidst allegations of using his influence to help a woman secure government contracts
Audio clips aired on television show conversations between the two. Otárola denies any wrongdoing, and an investigation is ongoing.
- The woman, Yaziré Pinedo, allegedly obtained contracts from the Ministry of Defense in 2023.
- Otárola, a former defense minister, expressed love for Pinedo in the recordings, contradicting previous statements.
- Both claim the conversations took place in 2021.
President Boluarte requested Otárola’s return from Canada, leading to his resignation.
Otárola accuses others of tarnishing his reputation. The cabinet must also resign and be re-elected by the president.
Boluarte has carried out several cabinet reshuffles since taking office.
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