Solís
Solís is a prominent figure in the Peruvian microfinance sector, known for his outspoken advocacy against the rising tide of crime affecting financial institutions. He has highlighted the challenges faced by microfinance agencies, particularly in vulnerable areas of the country, where insecurity has led to significant operational hurdles, including extortion and violent crime. Solís has called attention to the detrimental impact of illegal lending practices, known as 'gota a gota', which siphon clients away from formal financial services. He has been vocal in holding government officials accountable for their role in addressing the security crisis, emphasizing the need for substantial policy changes to protect both financial institutions and their clients.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 2,553 | $62,000 | 31$ |
| Panama | 1 | 4.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 3,566 | $76,000 | 63$ |
| Totals | 2 | 9,408,886 | 6,119 | $138,000 | 94$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Panama:
Solís is mentioned regarding the audits and compliance of Panama Ports.
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Costa Rica:
Solís is reported to have accepted a bribe to allow Jiménez to pass with contraband.
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Peru:
Solís has spoken about how criminality affects the microfinance sector in Peru.
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