Hugo Antonio Cornejo Valdivia, a retired general and former aide to ex-dictator Alberto Fujimori, has been appointed head of Peru's National Directorate of Intelligence (DINI). This appointment is viewed as more than a routine administrative change, signifying a deliberate strategy by the new government to place politically trusted individuals in key state positions. The decision has reignited debate regarding the independence of Peru’s intelligence apparatus and potential political interference. Critics express concern over the implications of placing a figure closely associated with a controversial past regime in charge of national intelligence. This move signals a potential shift in priorities and raises questions about the future direction of Peru's security and intelligence operations. The appointment underscores the ongoing political tensions and power dynamics within the country.