Ministers Leave Government Over Plane Deal

Apr 23, 2026, 04:13

Introduction

President José María Balcázar stopped a plan to buy planes. The planes cost 3.5 billion dollars. Two ministers are angry. They left their jobs.

Main Body

Peru wanted to buy 24 fighter jets from the USA. Former President Dina Boluarte started this plan. President Balcázar is a temporary leader. He says he cannot spend so much money. He wants the next president to decide. Minister Carlos Díaz and Minister Hugo de Zela tried to save the deal. They failed. They quit on Wednesday. Minister Díaz said the government signed the papers on Monday. The president did not want this. The USA Ambassador is also unhappy. He says the USA wants honest partners. Some people think this is bad for Peru's safety. Other people agree with the president.

Conclusion

The new president will decide about the planes after the election on June 7. Many leaders are leaving the government. Peru has many political problems.

Vocabulary Learning

angry

Feeling strong displeasure or annoyance生氣的

Example:He is angry because his toy is broken.

buy

To get something by paying money for it購買

Example:I want to buy a new book.

cost

The amount of money needed to buy something成本

Example:This shirt costs 100 dollars.

decide

To make a choice after thinking about it決定

Example:I need to decide what to eat for lunch.

safety

The state of being safe from harm or danger安全

Example:Wear a helmet for your safety.