The President of the Republic, Guillermo Lasso, appointed Alexandra Vela as the new Minister of Government on the night of Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at the Carondelet Palace. This appointment came after the acceptance of the resignation of César Monge, through Executive Decree No. 117.
This appointment came after the resignation of César Monge.
During the ceremony, the Head of State regretted Monge’s resignation. “He faces the greatest battle of his life and out of a sense of responsibility with his wife and children he has had to step aside,” he said.
However, he affirmed that it is satisfactory to have Alexandra Vela in his cabinet due to her impeccable political career. “It is a night of mixed feelings. On the one hand, the sadness of accepting the resignation of a dear friend and soulmate like César Monge. On the other hand, the satisfaction and honor of having Dr. Alexandra Vela Puga as the new Minister of Government”, stated the President.