30/06/2026 21:15 - Internacionales
On June 29, 2026, Peru's National Elections Jury (JNE) proclaimed Keiko Fujimori as president-elect of the Andean nation. The daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori secured 50.13% of the vote, equivalent to 9,223,396 ballots, against 49.86% for her rival Roberto Sánchez, who obtained 9,173,755 votes.
The margin was merely 49,641 votes, making this the third consecutive election in Peru decided by fewer than 50,000 ballots. It reflects the deep political division that characterizes this South American country.
This victory marks the return of Fujimorismo to power in Peru after 25 years. The last government of this political movement was led by Alberto Fujimori, father of the president-elect, who governed the country from 1990 until 2000.
Keiko Fujimori, 51, reached this election after three consecutive defeats in the presidential elections of 2011, 2016, and 2021. Her political perseverance finally bore fruit in her fourth presidential candidacy.
She is the eldest daughter of Alberto Fujimori, former president of Peru (1990-2000). She founded the party Fuerza Popular (Popular Force) in 2009 and has served as a congresswoman multiple times. Her father is currently serving a 25-year sentence for crimes against humanity committed during his administration.
Peru has experienced a profound political crisis in recent decades. The country has had 8 presidents in 10 years, a figure that reveals the institutional turbulence the Andean nation has endured.
This instability has generated distrust in democratic institutions and marked a period of constant conflicts between the executive and legislative branches.
Roberto Sánchez, the defeated candidate, has not recognized the official results and has denounced alleged irregularities in overseas voting. However, to date he has not presented concrete evidence to support his accusations.
The JNE will officially proclaim Fujimori as president on July 3, 2026, according to the established electoral calendar.
The president of Paraguay, Santiago Peña, was one of the first heads of state to congratulate Keiko Fujimori on her electoral victory, recognizing the importance of this outcome for the region.
The international community is closely watching the transition process in a country seeking to recover the political stability lost during years of institutional crisis.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
