Fujimori and Sanchez Lead Peru Runoff as Vote Count Nears End

Regional Latin American coverage frames the runoff as another sharp left–right clash, with Sanchez promising social change and Fujimori defending conservative economic policies. Reports highlight that both candidates carry legal baggage, but focus on how their economic agendas could reshape Peru’s ties with neighbours and foreign investors. Journalists in the region expect a bitter campaign that could deepen Peru’s political fragmentation regardless of who wins.

• •Regional outlets describe Roberto Sanchez as a leftist pushing for expanded social programs and state involvement in the economy.
• •Regional coverage portrays Keiko Fujimori as a right‑wing figure aligned with business interests and market‑friendly policies.
• •Regional reports say the chaotic vote count has already fuelled mistrust among supporters of losing candidates.
• •Regional commentary warns that a highly polarised runoff campaign could trigger protests and institutional strain in Peru.
• •Regional media note that both candidates’ corruption‑related histories may weaken Peru’s standing with regional partners.