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Peru legislative proposals weaken environmental controls, raise indigenous rights concerns
La República (Peru)LO·PE·3 days ago
Peru's Justice Minister Ernesto Álvarez told Congress that violations in indigenous communities stem from a 'cultural origin', comparing them to running a red light. The remark, made during a Justice and Human Rights Commission session, has drawn criticism for downplaying systemic abuses. It signals potential policy friction on indigenous rights but has no immediate market impact.