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The recent appointment of David Gómez Boluarte, son of the President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, as third secretary in the Peruvian diplomatic service at the UN has sparked an intense political debate. CONGRESSMEN OPINE The decision, signed by Foreign Minister Elmer Schialer, has been questioned by some congressmen, who point out that it could be a case of nepotism. Congressman Jaime Quito, from the Socialist Bloc, considers that the appointment is a clear sign of political influence, given his mother's position as president. Some opposition congressmen, such as Elvis Vergara, of Acción Popular, questioned the fact that David Gómez has not met all the formal requirements, such as having served at least three years in the diplomatic service in the country, as established by Law 28091. However, Eduardo Ponce Vivanco, former Foreign Minister of the Republic, defends the legality of the appointment, ensuring that Gómez Boluarte was appointed following administrative procedures and based on his professional background.