Peru’s President Castillo announces resignation of prime minister

After confirming Guido Bellido’s resignation, President Pedro Castillo is expected to name new PM and cabinet.

Peru’s Prime Minister Guido Bellido has resigned two months into his tenure, the country’s President Pedro Castillo announced on Wednesday, citing “instability” in the country.

Castillo had appointed Bellido after his presidential victory in July, and Congress approved the new administration in August.

“Today I inform the country that we have accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Guido Bellido Ugarte, whom we thank for his services rendered,” said Castillo in a surprise message carried on state television on Wednesday.