As Peru transitions toward its next administration, incoming leadership is moving quickly to secure the legal tools needed for a sweeping overhaul of public safety and state operations. President-elect Keiko Fujimori confirmed that her first order of business will involve asking Congress for special legislative powers to reinforce the fight against rising crime and organize a coordinated response to transnational criminal organizations.
Security Overhaul and Military Deployment in Prisons
The central pillar of the incoming government’s agenda for its opening months focuses heavily on restoring public order. According to policy outlines reviewed by reporters, the executive branch intends to hand the direction and control of correctional facilities over to the Armed Forces.
Under the planned strategy, military personnel will work alongside the National Police in designated emergency zones and border regions. Fujimori emphasized the scope of this deployment during an interview abroad, stating that forces will be called upon at all times until peace is recovered.
Our main campaign commitment is to recover order. And for that we are going to make a request for powers and we will take all necessary measures within the framework of the law and the Constitution. Keiko Fujimori, President-elect of Peru
While outlining these security priorities, the transition team has also opened talks with regional leaders. Fujimori revealed that she has already conversed with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa to exchange strategies regarding cross-border drug trafficking and illegal mining.
Cabinet Deliberations and the Controversy Over Labor Proposals
Beyond security measures, a leaked preliminary draft of the legislative delegation request revealed plans for state modernization—including the merger and dissolution of public entities—and modifications to the country’s employment regulations. The document triggered immediate public pushback regarding potential rollbacks on worker protections.
Cabinet members moved quickly to tamp down concerns. Minister of Labor Martín Sheput—who took his oath of office on July 28 for his third non-consecutive stint running the portfolio—insisted that the circulating text was merely a working document rather than a finalized policy. Sheput stressed that any adjustments to labor regimes would happen strictly while safeguarding existing worker rights, while adding that the administration has no intention of increasing or eliminating public holidays.
President Fujimori echoed those assurances when questioned about comparisons to past employment regimes, reiterating that no labor rights will be cut. Meanwhile, Sheput expressed frustration over the initial document leak, blaming administrative personnel left over from the preceding government.
Legislative Strategy and Economic Targets
Because Fuerza Popular will not hold an absolute majority in the new bicameral legislature, leadership is courting support across party lines. Congressional President Miguel Torres urged patience as the Council of Ministers finishes drafting the formal request, noting that lawmakers should demonstrate unity in the face of criminal threats.
On the economic front, the incoming administration projects robust growth driven by formalizing micro and enterprises and unblocking stalled investment projects. Officials estimate that after closing out the current year near a 3.8% expansion, the Peruvian economy could grow between 5% and 6% through 2027.
Cabinet sessions are set to continue through the weekend to finalize the legislative delegation text, alongside ongoing administrative handovers at the Presidency of the Council of Ministers.
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