Gov’t expands accusations over Papel Prensa irregularities

Economy Minister Amado Boudou presented a report conducted by the Sigen state controller agency, in which several administrative irregularities inside the plant are pointed out. “The government will come down hard” on anyone responsible for crimes such as fraudulent administration, illicit association and fiscal prejudice, he said.

In a press conference called by Mr. Boudou, he explained that the company “doesn’t have its books in a digital format and so far has not updated its technology in order to improve exports or the domestic market supply."

He also said that the company’s Executive Committee met for the last time back in 1992, but its members are still being paid a bonus every month despite inactivity.

“This isn’t an attack on anyone, we’re just defending a Corporation that is partly state-run,” he closed.