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Peru, Transport Unions Agree on Joint Security Plan as Government Readies Nationwide Rollout

Officials pledged a nationwide rollout of Lima’s prevention strategy to protect transport workers.

Overview

  • President José Jerí Oré met at the Government Palace with regional transport leaders, with ministers recording demands and opening direct channels for a rapid Executive response.
  • Interior Minister Vicente Tiburcio said the Lima crime‑prevention model will be extended across all regions, including a larger police presence to safeguard drivers and vehicles.
  • The government committed to strengthen the PNP through enhanced criminal investigation, operational intelligence and new specialized units focused on organized crime targeting transport routes.
  • Caretas reported that the Executive and transport associations agreed to pursue joint actions, with the Interior and Transport ministries pledging direct follow‑up and coordination with regional authorities.
  • Specific commitments reported include reinforced highway patrols, an expanded online system for reporting extortion, MTC work on high‑risk road infrastructure and communications, and training plus technological monitoring to support formalization and security.