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Visit of President Alberto Fujimori to Universidad del Centro
In June 1991, President Alberto Fujimori visited Universidad del Centro in Peru amidst national debates on new legislation for 'pacification.' During his visit, Fujimori, accompanied by several ministers and military officials, addressed the need to restore order in universities and criticized the influence of terrorist groups on university autonomy.
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Violence and Political Turmoil at the Universidad del Centro
In 1983, the Universidad del Centro became a battleground for various political factions, including the PCP-SL, MRTA, paramilitaries, and government forces. The university was caught in a violent conflict that resulted in numerous deaths and disappearances of students and faculty. The political repression in Ayacucho, exacerbated by the military's presence, …