Dina Boluarte was Peru’s president until October 2025, now in the news amid ongoing political chaos and election turmoil.
Peru's Congress voted to remove President Jeri amid corruption investigations linked to undisclosed meetings with Chinese businessmen. Jeri, who assumed office in October, denies wrongdoing. The move follows a series of political upheavals in a country with a history of rapid leadership changes, just ahead of April elections.
Peru has seen political instability and rising crime influence its ongoing presidential election. The first round has resulted in a fragmented field with no clear frontrunner, and a runoff is expected. The election also reintroduces a bicameral Congress, adding complexity to the process.
Peru's presidential election has resulted in a tight race with Keiko Fujimori leading, but vote counting continues due to logistical problems. A runoff is scheduled for June 7, with the final candidates yet to be confirmed. The election follows a period of political instability and interim leadership.
Peru has been shifting its military procurement amid political instability. The government has signed a $2 billion deal for F-16 fighter jets without President Balcázar’s approval. Defense and Foreign Ministers have resigned, citing disagreements over the deal, which is part of Peru’s effort to modernize its air force amidst ongoing political upheaval.