The 60 newly elected senators of Peru’s recent general elections were summoned to take their oaths of office during a solemn session held at 11 a.m. on Friday at the Congress of the Republic, according to congressional records. Miguel Torres of Fuerza Popular opened the proceeding in his capacity as president of the Mesa Directiva de la Junta Preparatoria, taking his oath before outgoing Congress President Fernando Rospigliosi.
Oath-Taking Sequence and Preparatory Board Roles
Following the opening procedures, Fernando Rospigliosi of Fuerza Popular, identified as the oldest elected senator, took his oath of office. He was followed by Alejandro Muñante of Renovación Popular, the youngest elected senator. Both officials serve alongside Torres as members of the Junta Preparatoria, acting as the first and third secretaries respectively, as stated by the legislature.
Alejandro Aguinaga of Fuerza Popular became the first regular senator to swear in after the board members. Aguinaga received his official legislative medal and lifted a copy of the current Political Constitution before leaving the dais. Subsequent oaths included figures such as Lourdes Alcorta and Katherine Ampuero of Renovación Popular, along with José Arista of Fuerza Popular, who previously served as economy minister under Dina Boluarte.
Diverse Political Expressions During Ceremonial Swearing
Several lawmakers utilized their oath-taking moments to voice specific political slogans or ideological stances. Saúl Armacanqui of Juntos por el Perú swore by stating, “Because only the people will save the people, yes, I swear,” while Daniel Barragán of the Partido Cívico Obras, a former defense minister under Pedro Castillo, swore by “our father and our mother, the new celestial Jerusalem.” Francisco Giampietri of Renovación Popular invoked the Constitution and Admiral Grau during his turn.
Other notable remarks included José Castillo of Juntos por el Perú—brother of former president Pedro Castillo—who swore for the freedom of his brother and the nation’s humble citizens. Martha Chávez Cossío of Fuerza Popular swore by the memory of her parents and Alberto Fujimori, whom she called “the best president in the history of Peru.” Meanwhile, Bernardo Quito of Juntos por el Perú invoked the freedom of Pedro Castillo and called for giving all power to the people.
Did You Know? Several senators wore distinctive attire or incorporated personal elements during the ceremony, such as José Moisés Chipana of Juntos por el Perú arriving in a traditional poncho from Puno, and Silvana Robles taking the podium to swear while holding her young daughter in her arms.
Next Steps and Mesa Directiva Elections
Following the conclusion of the individual oaths, Miguel Torres declared the Senate of the Republic constituted. Torres announced that the deadline for submitting candidate lists for the Senate Mesa Directiva to the Office of the Major Clerk (Oficialía Mayor) is set for July 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. The Preparatory Board session was subsequently suspended until July 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., when the chamber will reconvene to elect the new leadership board in accordance with congressional regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the newly elected senators take their oaths?
The 60 elected senators took their oaths of office during a ceremony held at 11 a.m. on Friday at the Congress of the Republic.
Who presided over the opening of the solemn session?
Miguel Torres of Fuerza Popular opened the session as the president of the Mesa Directiva de la Junta Preparatoria, taking his oath before outgoing Congress President Fernando Rospigliosi.
When is the session scheduled to resume for leadership elections?
The Preparatory Board session was suspended to reconvene on July 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. to elect the Senate’s Mesa Directiva, with candidate lists due by July 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
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