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Peru Holds Presidential Election Amid Decade of Political Instability

Saturday, 11 April 2026, 00:55 · 1 min read

Peruvians headed to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president and congress, a vote that comes after a turbulent decade in which the country saw nine different leaders hold power. The election reflects ongoing political instability that has made Peru one of the most volatile democracies in Latin America. The outcome is expected to shape the country's direction on governance, the economy, and efforts to restore public trust in institutions.

Based on: Al Jazeera English

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