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34 Candidates Clash in Peru's 2026 Presidential Election

12/24/2025

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The Peruvian presidential election on April 12, 2026, features a record 34 candidates.
Leading candidates include Keiko Fujimori (Peruvian politician) and George Forsyth (former soccer player).
The electoral office will finalize the candidate list on March 14.
Analysts say the crowded field could trigger a June 7 run-off, as no candidate is expected to win a majority.
Dina Boluarte (Peruvian president) is the sixth consecutive president to be ousted.

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Story summary

The Peruvian presidential election on April 12, 2026, features a record 34 candidates.
Leading candidates include Keiko Fujimori (Peruvian politician) and George Forsyth (former soccer player).
The electoral office will finalize the candidate list on March 14.
Analysts say the crowded field could trigger a June 7 run-off, as no candidate is expected to win a majority.
Dina Boluarte (Peruvian president) is the sixth consecutive president to be ousted.