LIMA – Peru’s government underwent a major shakeup Tuesday when Prime Minister Denisse Miralles stepped down from her post, according to an announcement from the presidential office, creating uncertainty just weeks before the nation heads to the polls on April 12.
The departure automatically triggers the resignation of Peru’s entire cabinet under the country’s legal framework, which mandates that all 18 ministers must vacate their positions when the prime minister, who leads the cabinet, resigns.
President Jose Balcazar now faces the decision of whether to reappoint the existing ministers or replace them with new appointees as the country approaches its general election.
The presidential office provided no explanation for why Miralles chose to leave her position at this critical time.
In a statement posted on social media platform X, Balcazar’s administration expressed gratitude for her service: “The presidency of the Republic of Peru thanks Ms. Denisse Miralles for the services rendered to the nation as president of the council of ministers during an important period for the country, and wishes her success in her professional career and in her future endeavors.”
