AGP Executive Report

Peru Runoff Election: Peruvians vote Sunday in a tight presidential runoff between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez, the ninth president in 10 years, with crime and institutional distrust driving a race where many voters remain undecided and results could take days. Campaign Stakes: Sánchez is trying to reassure markets and voters with “respectful” ties toward U.S. President Donald Trump while promising continuity on macroeconomic rules; Fujimori leans on security and the legacy of her father, Alberto Fujimori. Mining & Energy Shock: Peru’s power crisis is sending electricity costs soaring and threatening output—especially in silver—after a gas pipeline rupture and emergency measures, raising global supply stress. Critical Minerals Push: Peru is also positioning lithium and uranium as “national pillars,” with the Macusani Plateau framed as a dual-commodity opportunity for investors. Global Spotlight: Pope Leo XIV, who holds Peruvian citizenship, backs the U.S. for World Cup 2026 as he begins a Spain visit.

Peru Runoff Countdown: Peru heads to the polls Sunday for the presidential second round, choosing between right-wing Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sanchez after a first round marked by irregularities and slow counting; the campaign is dominated by security fears as organized crime expands extortion and targeted killings, with polls showing the race as tight and polarized. Courtroom Pressure on Sanchez: A judge ruled June 5 that Sanchez could stand trial over alleged campaign finance violations, citing “sufficient grounds” after prosecutors alleged inconsistent party reports and more than $57,000 in unreported contributions; the decision is not expected to derail the vote, but Sanchez has a week to appeal. Foreign Policy Tone: On the eve of the runoff, Sanchez told AFP he wants “respectful” relations with U.S. President Donald Trump, stressing continuity, central bank independence, and hinting at a major port deal for American investors. Energy Transition Policy: Peru also moved to treat uranium and lithium as “national pillars,” a Supreme Decree aimed at accelerating development around the Macusani Plateau’s dual-commodity potential.

Peru Runoff Politics: With Sunday’s presidential runoff looming, leftist Roberto Sánchez and conservative Keiko Fujimori closed campaigns in Lima—Fujimori pushing “unity and reconciliation” plus a hard line on crime, while Sánchez promised a popular referendum to replace the 1993 constitution and urged an end to “chaos.” Legal Pressure on Campaigns: Sánchez also faces criminal accusations tied to alleged false party financial reporting for 2020–2021; prosecutors sought a prison term and a ban from public office, and a judge is set to decide whether the case goes to trial. Institutions Under Strain: Analysts frame the race as the latest test after a decade of instability—Peruvians are set to choose a ninth president in 10 years amid deep distrust and security fears. Foreign Policy Signals: Sánchez told AFP he wants “respectful” Peru–U.S. relations and stressed continuity on macroeconomic rules and central bank independence. Energy & Industry: Peru’s copper output rose 15% in early 2026 as key mines stabilized and ramped up, reinforcing the country’s role in global supply. Indigenous Rights: A new report warns Peru and Brazil’s isolated indigenous territories face threats from oil and gas, highways, and illegal mining.

Peru Runoff Politics: Peru’s presidential runoff on Sunday is being framed as a high-stakes fight over crime and the future of the country’s economy, with Reuters highlighting how small, artisanal gold miners could swing the vote because the REINFO program keeps them operating under looser rules—an estimated 500,000 informal miners produce about $11B in gold exports. Campaign Stakes: Both Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sánchez are courting that rural bloc, and neither appears ready to dismantle REINFO even as critics warn it entrenches informality and environmental harm. Infrastructure & Investment: The Peruvian executive presented European investors with 92 public-private partnership and active projects worth over $40B, spanning water, transport, energy, mining, health, education, tourism, and irrigation, with major Lima-area works included. Environment & Industry: Austral Group became the first Peruvian firm to register fishmeal and fish oil in the GFLI database, aiming to make marine input impacts more transparent for global buyers. Climate Watch: Coverage also flags the risk of extreme “Super El Niño” conditions and urges preparedness for impacts on Peru’s weather and agriculture.

Peru Runoff Politics: Social movements in Lima are urging voters to reject blank or null ballots, warning the “absentee” strategy would fragment the electorate and ultimately favor Keiko Fujimori ahead of Sunday’s presidential runoff. Election Stakes: Peru’s two finalists—Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sánchez—are locked in a tight race driven by public anger over rising crime and political instability, with many voters still undecided. Diplomacy & State Presence: Peru’s foreign ministry and diplomats continue election logistics and outreach, including material delivery to overseas voters and diplomatic coordination tied to the runoff. Regional Context: Coverage also highlights Peru’s broader security and governance pressures, including concerns about organized crime and the political fallout of repeated leadership turnover.

Peru Runoff Politics: Conservative Keiko Fujimori heads into Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff against leftist Roberto Sánchez, leaning on a tough-on-crime message as voters weigh insecurity, extortion fears, and the heavy Fujimori family legacy. Electoral Oversight: Peru’s election authorities and international observers are ramping up for the runoff, including EU observer deployment and logistics work to keep voting materials and transparency on track. Security and Public Mood: Coverage highlights fear and rising violence ahead of the vote, with crime and extortion emerging as central campaign issues. Diplomacy: Peru’s President Marcos welcomed new Peruvian ambassador credentials in the Philippines, underscoring renewed diplomatic engagement after the Peruvian embassy reopened in Manila. Regional Cooperation: Peru and Ecuador reaffirmed commitments to combat organized crime, signaling continued cross-border security coordination. Economy and Outlook: Analysis frames Peru’s next president as inheriting both deep divisions and major opportunities tied to minerals and agriculture.

Peru Runoff Watch: Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff is tightening as Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez head into a highly polarized second round, with voters frustrated by instability and corruption allegations shaping the campaign. Election Administration: International observers and electoral authorities report continued logistics work for the runoff, including delivery of materials and observer deployment across Peru. Diplomacy & Appointments: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. received credentials from Peru’s newly appointed ambassador to the Philippines, underscoring renewed bilateral engagement. AI & Wildlife Monitoring in Peru: In Tambopata, SERNANP is using AI-powered camera-trap analysis to estimate jaguar density faster and more precisely, supporting the Jaguar Program. OECD & Economic Policy: Peru’s OECD accession progress and modernization efforts are highlighted as contributing to savings and economic reforms. Forced-Labor Trade Pressure: The U.S. is moving forward with Section 301 forced-labor-related duties that include Peru among the investigated economies, raising new trade compliance stakes. Public Health Ahead of World Cup: PAHO warns measles resurgence could worsen across the Americas and urges stronger vaccination and surveillance before World Cup travel ramps up. Regional Security Context: A federal lawsuit in Ohio challenges warrantless immigration arrests, adding to broader scrutiny of enforcement practices.

Peru Runoff Politics: Conservative Keiko Fujimori heads into Sunday’s presidential runoff against Roberto Sanchez, leaning on a tough-on-crime message as voters weigh insecurity and her Fujimori family legacy. Public Safety & Trust: Separate coverage highlights calls for urgent police reforms amid corruption scandals, underscoring how institutional trust is becoming a central campaign issue. Health & Elections: Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, PAHO warns measles is surging across the Americas and flags Peru among affected countries, urging tighter surveillance, vaccination, and rapid response—an issue that can spill into mass gatherings and travel. Trade & Forced Labor: The U.S. is proposing new Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labor enforcement failures, listing Peru among the economies under scrutiny—raising new pressure for compliance and supply chains. Diplomacy: Peru’s government received credentials from newly appointed ambassadors, including a renewed Philippines post, signaling continued regional engagement.

Peru Presidential Runoff: Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez head into the final stretch after a sole debate that sharpened the country’s split over “order” versus elite “capture,” with undecided voters and security fears still shaping the outcome. Campaign Dynamics: Polling and commentary frame Fujimori as Peru’s most recognizable right-wing brand, while Sánchez leans on anti-establishment themes tied to Pedro Castillo’s legacy. Foreign Ministry & Voting Logistics: Peru says it has completed delivery of electoral materials abroad and is urging Peruvians overseas to vote, as ONPE works to guarantee transparency in the runoff. Public Safety & Crime Climate: Coverage leading into the vote highlights rising extortion and killings, feeding a climate of fear around election day. Health Watch: PAHO warns measles cases are surging across the Americas ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Peru reporting confirmed cases and stressing vaccination gaps.

Peru Runoff Security: AP reports fear is driving voters ahead of Peru’s Sunday presidential runoff as extortion and killings surge nationwide, with extortion cases up fivefold over five years and murders more than doubling in 2025. Local Impact in Trujillo: In Trujillo, small businesses and market vendors describe paying gangs monthly or facing violence, with police failures leaving residents trapped in daily insecurity. Foreign Affairs & Elections Abroad: Peru’s foreign minister says political ambassadors will end their overseas duties in July, clarifying it won’t disrupt voting abroad managed by consulates at 219 polling places. Student Pressure on Government: Peru’s student federation staged a national university strike across 16 regions, demanding higher public education funding, better student services, and governance reforms—while tying demands to the runoff’s broader social crisis. Pope Leo XIV to Peru: Peru’s foreign ministry says Pope Leo XIV is considering a November visit, likely including Chiclayo and Lima and possibly an Amazon city, with President Balcázar meeting him in the Vatican on June 18. Business Watch: Nanox signs a Peru distribution deal to deploy its Nanox.ARC imaging systems via Top Med, starting with an initial pilot and six systems pending permits.

Peru Presidential Runoff: Peruvian shamans held a blessing ritual in Lima’s Chorrillos ahead of next weekend’s runoff between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez, as both campaigns battle a backdrop of distrust after April’s vote delays and fraud allegations. Anchovy Fishing Pause: Peru extended a halt in anchovy fishing due to high juvenile presence and ongoing El Niño-linked warming, with authorities keeping a reduced 2026 catch limit and adjusting operations in the North-Central zone. Sánchez’s New Plan: Roberto Sánchez unveiled a 2026–2031 government program calling for respect for free trade agreements, a “plurinational state” concept, and governance reforms ahead of the runoff. Election Logistics & Transparency: ONPE said it is working to guarantee transparency for the 2026 runoff vote, while the campaign remains tightly contested in polls. Foreign Policy Note: Peru’s foreign ministry congratulated Colombia on its presidential election day, underscoring regional diplomatic engagement.

Anchovy Fishing Update: Peru extended a pause in anchovy fishing after authorities found high juvenile presence, while El Niño-linked warming keeps pelagic behavior unpredictable; the 2026 North-Central TAC was set at 1.9 million metric tons, down sharply from last year. Presidential Runoff Pressure: Peru’s election campaign is heating up as Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez face a runoff backdrop of protests and debate over crime and “political mafia,” with polling showing Fujimori holding a narrow lead. Machu Picchu Under Fire: A Swiss-backed open letter warns Machu Picchu’s World Wonder status could be jeopardized by ticket-sale corruption allegations, rising tourism costs, strikes, clashes, and accidents. Biodiversity Watch: Scientists identified a new lungless salamander species in Peru’s Panguana area, underscoring both the rainforest’s hidden richness and the threat posed by illegal mining. Diplomacy in Lima: Peru’s interim president received Qatar’s ambassador credentials, signaling continued efforts to deepen bilateral ties.

Peru Runoff Politics: Peru’s presidential debate at the Lima Convention Center set the stage for the June 7 runoff, with Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez trading proposals on citizen security, human rights, education and health, plus the economy and poverty reduction. Public Mobilization: In Lima, large crowds marched under “Fujimori never again,” rejecting Keiko Fujimori’s candidacy and linking it to fears of repression and inequality. Polling Watch: One week out, two polls show Fujimori leading narrowly—about 38–40% versus Sánchez’s 35–36%—with a notable share of voters still undecided or planning to cast blank/invalid ballots. Electoral Logistics: ONPE continues deploying electoral materials to interior regions ahead of the runoff. Regional Crime Cooperation: Peru and other countries signed a joint agreement to combat transnational crime, signaling tighter cross-border coordination.

Peru Presidential Runoff: Right-wing Keiko Fujimori holds a narrow lead over leftist Roberto Sanchez in two polls released ahead of Peru’s June 7 runoff, with undecided and blank/invalid ballots rising as the campaign enters its final week. Emergency Response: Peru extended a state of emergency for 60 more days in 41 rain-hit districts across 11 regions, with authorities still clearing rivers and ravines and setting up temporary shelters. Protests in Lima: Hundreds to thousands marched in Lima and other Peruvian cities against Keiko Fujimori’s presidential bid, underscoring heightened political tension as the runoff nears. Environmental Defenders in Lima: An international meeting in Lima brought together environmental and human rights defenders from across Latin America to push back against pollution and the criminalization and threats faced by those protecting water and territories. Mining & Law: Coverage also highlights the push to bring order to Peru’s artisanal mining sector through legal reforms, amid concerns about how enforcement could deepen or reduce chaos.

Peru Politics & Governance: Peru’s electoral machinery is moving ahead: ONPE has begun deploying electoral materials to Tumbes, Piura, and Lambayeque, with polling places set to open June 7 at 6:00 a.m., as the country heads toward runoff results that could arrive in under a month. Public Health Crisis: Peru has declared a state of emergency over a measles outbreak, spotlighting gaps in a public health system strained by years of underinvestment. Labor & Economy: Peru swore in a new Labor and Employment Promotion minister, while mining remains central to the economy—accounting for 11% of GDP and 67% of exports—raising fresh questions about how policy will balance growth with social demands. Environment & Law: A push to regulate artisanal mining in Madre de Dios frames the debate as either bringing order to “chaos” or deepening harm, as mercury contamination and weak oversight continue to drive damage. International Justice: In the U.S., a Supreme Court case could reshape cross-border pollution liability tied to La Oroya, with Peruvian plaintiffs seeking to hold a Missouri parent company responsible for emissions.

Health Emergency: Peru has declared a 90-day health emergency over a measles outbreak, with 301 confirmed and 1,403 suspected cases as the virus spreads beyond Puno to multiple regions including Lima’s Callao. Government & Labor: A new Labor and Employment Promotion Minister was sworn in, replacing Oscar Fernández Cáceres, as the government continues to reshuffle key portfolios. Elections Logistics: ONPE is deploying electoral materials to Tumbes, Piura, and Lambayeque, ahead of June 7 polling. Security & Crime Cooperation: Peru and other countries in the region signed a joint agreement to combat transnational crime, while Peru also moves to strengthen sovereignty amid border-crime concerns. Mining & Economy: Officials reiterated mining’s weight in Peru’s economy and exports, while highlighting the push for “responsible growth” and investment in critical minerals. Public Health Policy: Peru’s intersectoral health roadmap was presented, aligning measures with OECD standards.