The Fujimorista leader won the June 29, 2026 runoff with 50.13% of votes, defeating Roberto Sánchez by less than 50,000 ballots. This historic return of Fujimorismo to power comes after 25 years in a country that has seen 8 presidents in a decade.
The Fujimorista leader won the runoff with 50.13% of votes, a margin of just 49,641 ballots over Roberto Sánchez. This marks her fourth candidacy after three consecutive defeats. Fujimorismo returns to power after 25 years. The inauguration is scheduled for July 28, 2026.
The daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori secured 50.13% of votes against 49.86% for Roberto Sánchez, in a historic election marking the return of Fujimorismo to power after 25 years. The opposition candidate refuses to recognize the results, claiming irregularities in overseas voting.
Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori has been proclaimed President of Peru after obtaining 50.13% of votes against 49.86% for Roberto Sánchez. The difference was only 49,641 votes in one of the closest elections in the history of the Andean nation. She will assume office on July 28.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
