Peru's Congress on Friday March 23,2018 has sworn in the
Vice-President, Martín Vizcarra, to replace the sitting president who
resigned amid allegations of corruption this week.
Speaking after the ceremony, he said tackling corruption would be a priority for his government.
But he also urged all sides to put an end to a politics of confrontation and work together to achieve growth.
"This is a new beginning for Peru," he said.
"We need to define clear goals for the country, leaving aside political differences."
Mr Vizcarra, 55, said that in a few days he would appoint a completely new cabinet.
"I propose a social pact to fight corruption and encourage growth, with social integration", he said.
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