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Peru's President Jerí Faces Impeachment Amid 'Chifagate' Scandal

1/28/2026

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José Jerí, acting president of Peru, faces mounting pressure amid the "Chifagate" scandal over undisclosed meetings with Chinese businessman Zhihua Yang.
Leaked videos show Jerí visiting Yang's restaurant and store, raising questions about his compliance with legal requirements to log official activities.
The situation escalated after a municipal ordinance against Yang's store was overturned shortly after Jerí's visit.
Jerí's approval rating has dropped to 41%, and impeachment motions from opposition lawmakers gain traction.
The controversy underscores ongoing instability in Peru's political landscape, marked by corruption scandals.

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Story summary

José Jerí, acting president of Peru, faces mounting pressure amid the "Chifagate" scandal over undisclosed meetings with Chinese businessman Zhihua Yang.
Leaked videos show Jerí visiting Yang's restaurant and store, raising questions about his compliance with legal requirements to log official activities.
The situation escalated after a municipal ordinance against Yang's store was overturned shortly after Jerí's visit.
Jerí's approval rating has dropped to 41%, and impeachment motions from opposition lawmakers gain traction.
The controversy underscores ongoing instability in Peru's political landscape, marked by corruption scandals.