As part of the Government’s commitment to giving no respite to illegal economies,
reaffirmed the administration’s determination to strengthen the fight against drug trafficking.
Within this framework, the high-ranking official stated that the South American country’s anti-drug campaign is non-negotiable, adding that no ground will be ceded to this illicit activity.
“Let the country be certain that this fight is non-negotiable. We will not cede ground to drug trafficking. We will not allow illegal economies to undermine the well-being of our regions. That is the course we are following, and there is no turning back,” he said.
The Government’s spokesman participated in the forum “The Global Drug Problem and Peru’s Response Over the Last 30 Years” on Friday.
Within this framework, the Cabinet chief highlighted the work of the National Commission for Development and Life without Drugs (Devida), which is marking its 30th anniversary.
The Prime Minister noted that the fight against drugs is won through a sustained State presence, the creation of opportunities, comprehensive alternative development, effective drug-use prevention, and firm, ongoing political resolve.
“There is no possible future for our nation if we do not protect our population in a comprehensive and sustainable manner. That is why we are strengthening the State’s presence across the country, with special attention to the most remote communities in our nation,” Arroyo expressed.
Devida’s actions
In that regard, the Prime Minister highlighted that Devida’s institutional trajectory represents the sustained effort of the Peruvian State to address the drug problem through a comprehensive approach.
This includes promoting alternative development, preventing drug use, controlling its supply, and strengthening the State’s presence in territories vulnerable to drug trafficking.
The Cabinet chief noted that Devida will carry out more than 87 activities this year aimed at promoting productive and sustainable alternatives.
Arroyo added that the agency will assist more than 71,000 people through the “Habla Franco” (Talk Honestly) program and implement more than 16 strategic interventions to control the supply of drugs in coca-growing river basins.
He also reiterated the Government’s support for the work carried out by the Armed Forces and the Peruvian National Police in interdiction operations and territorial control efforts.
#PCMInforma | ¡La lucha contra el narcotráfico no se negocia!
???? El presidente del Consejo de Ministros, Luis Enrique Arroyo Sánchez, reafirmó la posición del Gobierno frente a las economías ilegales durante el foro por los 30 años de @DEVIDAPERU.#NotaDePrensa ??… pic.twitter.com/cdmiLXH86s
— Consejo de Ministros (@pcmperu) May 22, 2026
