In 1991, the Peruvian government enacted several decrees that expanded military and intelligence powers, impacting civil liberties. Notably, Legislative Decree N° 743 allowed military intervention without declaring a state of exception, centralizing decision-making in the hands of top government officials. Additionally, Decree Legislative N° 746 expanded the National Intelligence System's …
During the first year of President Alberto Fujimori's government, there were reports of 375 forced disappearances in Peru, with 236 cases remaining unresolved. The operations were allegedly conducted by a specialized unit within the National Intelligence System, targeting presumed terrorists, particularly in universities. These actions were reportedly known to the …
On June 25, 1991, President Alberto Fujimori issued a memorandum to the Minister of Defense, requesting appropriate rewards for a group of Peruvian military officers. These officers were recognized for their efficient services in national security and defense of democratic values, which were deemed highly useful for the National Intelligence …