Martín Vizcarra(55)Sworn In As The New Chilean President Replacing sitting president who resigned amid allegations of corruption

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. 

Mr Vizcarra is expected to serve out Pedro Pablo Kuczynski's term, which ends in 2021.

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.