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Congreso de la Republica

The Congreso de la República is the legislative branch of the government in Peru, serving as the official body where laws are debated and approved. It consists of 130 congressional members who are elected from 25 electoral districts for five-year terms. Traditionally, the Congreso de la República is responsible for the amendment of constitutional laws, approval of international treaties, and the implementation of economic policies. It's a pivotal institution in the Peruvian political system that determines the legislative course of the nation.