Peru–Bolivian Confederation confederation and Orbegoso maintained only the presidency of the newly created "Nor-Peruvian" state. Marshal Andrés de Santa Cruz promoted a project to reunite the two territories on the basis of a confederacy. The Peru–Bolivian Confederation was a plan that attempted to reunite the "Alto Perú" (“Upper Peru”, now Bolivia) and "Bajo Perú" (“Lower Peru”, now simply Peru) into a single political and economic entity. This integration was based not only on historical, cultural and ethnic reasons, but also on economic motives. The union was attempting to restore the ancient commercial routes and promote a policy of open markets. In Peru,
Miss Peru the Miss World pageant. The winner of Miss Perú represents her country at Miss Universe. On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent. Who ever is the winner of Miss Perú, represents her country at the Miss Universe. On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent. A separate contest called Miss Peru Mundo selects winners to Miss World. The second title of local pageant is crowned as Miss Internacional Perú. She represents Peru at Miss International. On occasion, when the