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New strategy seeks to close historical gaps, improve public health and reduce poverty.The Presidency of the Council of Ministers (PCM) approved the National Multisector Policy for Drinking Water and Sanitation by 2050, which will ensure access to these two quality services for all Peruvians, especially the most vulnerable populations in the country.
The new State policy arises in response to the need to close the gaps in safe access to water and sanitation, a problem that directly affects the health of the population and limits development opportunities.
Access to drinking water and sanitation is not only a basic service, but an indispensable condition for the human development, health and competitiveness of the country. With the approval of this national policy we are laying the foundations for articulated action by the State so that no Peruvian is excluded from this fundamental right, said the president of the Council of Ministers, Luis Arroyo.
The policy establishes ambitious goals by 2050, increasing access to safely managed water from 20.7% to 70.5%; raising access to safely managed sanitation from 34.7% to 70.2%; and increase safe wastewater treatment from 47.1% to 76.8%.
The head of the PCM highlighted that this initiative represents a decisive step towards a more inclusive Peru, where economic growth is accompanied by better living conditions and greater opportunities for Peruvians.
The National Multisectoral Drinking Water and Sanitation Policy for 2050, promoted by the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Sanitation, was prepared under the methodology established by CEPLAN, with the participation of entities from the three levels of government and contributions from different actors linked to the sector.
The monitoring and evaluation of the policy will make it possible to permanently monitor progress in meeting the established objectives and strengthen evidence-based decision making to improve the quality of life of millions of citizens.
Likewise, it will allow the main programs, projects and investments in drinking water and sanitation to be organized and articulated under the same long-term strategic vision. This will strengthen sector planning and promote more efficient management of resources.
