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Sánchez indicted, EU finds no fraud; markets slide.

5/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

Peruvian prosecutor indicted Roberto Sánchez for campaign-finance violations hours after his runoff qualification, while EU observers found no fraud evidence.
With 99.76% of ballots counted, Keiko Fujimori led at 17.17% and Sánchez at 12%; the count triggered fraud claims and the electoral chief’s resignation under investigation.
Peruvian markets fell and the sol weakened as investors priced in possible policy shifts from a left-leaning government.

History

Historical Context

In April 2000 Peru held a presidential election that re-elected Alberto Fujimori with about 70% of the vote amid widespread fraud allegations, massive ballot spoiling and an OAS-led dialogue that culminated in his resignation on 20 November 2000. The disputed legacy resurfaces as prosecutor José Domingo Pérez indicts Roberto Sánchez and Keiko Fujimori captures 17% of today’s vote.

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Story summary

Peruvian prosecutor indicted Roberto Sánchez for campaign-finance violations hours after his runoff qualification, while EU observers found no fraud evidence.
With 99.76% of ballots counted, Keiko Fujimori led at 17.17% and Sánchez at 12%; the count triggered fraud claims and the electoral chief’s resignation under investigation.
Peruvian markets fell and the sol weakened as investors priced in possible policy shifts from a left-leaning government.

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