Peru’s presidential race remains open after a disrupted first round, with Keiko Fujimori and Rafael López Aliaga leading early counts as officials continue processing ballots. With 62% of votes tallied, Fujimori holds 16.88% and López Aliaga 13.88%.
The election has been overshadowed by logistical failures and scrutiny of electoral administration, with authorities investigating delays that affected polling station openings.
• Polling stations opened late after distribution issues with election materials
• The National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) faced raids and at least one official was detained amid the probe
• A voting extension covered more than 52,000 voters in Lima and overseas voters in the United States
• Mandatory voting applies to citizens aged 18–70, with penalties for non-participation
A runoff in June is considered highly likely given the fragmented field and absence of a majority winner. The election comes amid rising crime concerns, political instability, and competing hardline security proposals from leading candidates.
Despite instability, Peru’s economy has remained resilient, supported by strong copper exports and steady growth in recent years.
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