General Elections in Peru

President of Peru Dina Boluarte calls for new general elections on April 12, 2026, to end the period of instability in the country. This follows a tumultuous period marked by impeachments, arrests, and resignations of five different presidents, including Boluarte's predecessor, Pedro Castillo.

Peruvian President Faces Political Crisis Over Luxury Watches Scandal

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte faces a political crisis due to an alleged illicit enrichment scandal involving luxury watches. After a request to remove her from office was submitted to Parliament, Boluarte replaced six ministers and denied the accusations.