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Peru’s 2026 election features a record 34 candidates, with no clear frontrunner and a likely runoff.
Peru’s 2026 presidential election has drawn a record 34 candidates, nearly double the 2021 total, reflecting deep political instability and public distrust.
The April 12 vote includes figures like Keiko Fujimori, comedian Carlos Álvarez, and former Lima mayor Rafael López Aliaga, with no clear frontrunner expected.
A recent Ipsos Peru poll shows nearly half of voters remain undecided, increasing the likelihood of a June 7 runoff.
The final candidate list, set for release on March 14, may face legal challenges.
The election follows a history of short presidential terms, including the ousting of Dina Boluarte in October 2024 and the imprisonment of former president Ollanta Humala.
Las elecciones de 2026 en Perú cuentan con un récord de 34 candidatos, sin un claro favorito y con una probable segunda vuelta.