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flag Peru’s 2026 election features a record 34 candidates, with no clear frontrunner and a likely runoff.

flag Peru’s 2026 presidential election has drawn a record 34 candidates, nearly double the 2021 total, reflecting deep political instability and public distrust. flag The April 12 vote includes figures like Keiko Fujimori, comedian Carlos Álvarez, and former Lima mayor Rafael López Aliaga, with no clear frontrunner expected. flag A recent Ipsos Peru poll shows nearly half of voters remain undecided, increasing the likelihood of a June 7 runoff. flag The final candidate list, set for release on March 14, may face legal challenges. flag 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.

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