ANDESNEWS. December, 2011 | www.explorandes.com
Editorial.
It has now been over 60 days since the new government took over. Although too early to tell what the long-term effects on the revised policies in social inclusion will be for the upcoming five years, the signal of continuity in openness to investments, and supporting the globalization of our economy, through free-trade agreements, seems to be consolidating. Also increasing the income tax, by negotiations with the mining sector, has been achieved. However the real measure of change will be next year`s budget and its execution, as a strengthening of a few existing state enterprises is planned including the consolidation of social welfare plans. There is also a priority placed on internal security and the reorganization of the police and armed forces. In general, the perception is that a new group of younger technicians is taking over decision making in Government, so there is still a learning curve and possible changes to come. But due to this perceived stability, pricing and confidence are returning to the private sector, and projects as well as initiatives that had been shelved since about 6 months ago are now being revised and moved forward. In august we have finally received all pricing for 2012 from our principal partners and suppliers so by early November our 2012 pricing for hotels and services will be made available.
Alfredo Ferreyros President
Franco Negri General Manager
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