2024-07-28 19:01:23
The President of the Republic, Dina Boluarte, has been known for wearing luxury accessories such as Rolex watches and other jewelry. During this National Holidays, luxury was not absent in the solemn session of the Congress, where the president delivers a Message to the Nation.
Since 2015, the presidents have been transported in a Lexus LS vehicle, with license plate eGR-844. According to the National Superintendency of Public Registries (Sunarp), it belongs to the presidential office. This car was used by presidents Ollanta Humala, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski, Martín Vizcarra, Manuel Merino, Francisco Sagasti, Pedro Castillo, and Dina Boluarte.
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This vehicle belongs to Toyota’s luxury division, which launched in 1989. Lexus is known for providing vehicles with a focus on comfort, performance, advanced technology, and a high level of attention to detail in design and material quality. The price of this vehicle is around US$ 72,000.
However, on July 28, President Dina Boluarte was transported to Congress aboard a luxurious Genesis G90, by Hyundai, which was one of the 15 vehicles donated in April by the Republic of Korea, to be used during the APEC summit and later assigned to state institutions. According to Sunarp, the car with license plate eAK-840 belongs to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
According to the official Genesis website, the vehicle is priced around US$ 89,000.
It is unknown whether the president will use this vehicle permanently in place of the classic Lexus that has been used for more than 8 years.
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Future Trends in Presidential Luxury: The Shift Towards Modern Vehicles
As global luxury standards evolve, the display of wealth and status among leaders continues to pose questions about transparency and priorities. Recent observations surrounding Peru’s President Dina Boluarte highlight a trend that might shape the expectations for future leaders, particularly concerning their choice of official vehicles and accessories.
Since 2015, Peruvian presidents have consistently used the Lexus LS, valued around $72,000, known for its exemption of luxury and comfort. However, during the recent Fiestas Patrias, President Boluarte opted for a striking shift by arriving in a Genesis G90, a premium vehicle with a market price of approximately $89,000, donated by South Korea. This choice symbolizes a potential shift in how leaders present themselves and the vehicles they choose to represent their office.
This transition to luxury vehicles like Genesis, which prioritize modern design and advanced technology, may indicate a broader trend where future leaders aim to reflect a contemporary image that resonates with younger demographics and global aesthetics. Expect to see more high-end, eco-friendly cars entering the presidential motorcades, focusing not only on lavish comfort but also on sustainability and innovation.
Furthermore, with ongoing discussions about government expenditure and public sentiment surrounding luxury, leaders may feel increased pressure to balance personal or institutional excess with a more relatable image. This could lead to a dual approach where luxury exists alongside initiatives promoting fiscal responsibility and transparency.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the choices made by leaders in terms of accessories and vehicles will likely remain a prominent topic of discussion, reflecting broader societal values and expectations. The increased visibility of these decisions will undoubtedly impact the future choices of public officials, as they seek to navigate the delicate interplay between luxury and public perception.
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