Peru's Political Turmoil: President Jose Jeri Faces Congress Debate

Peru's Congress is set to debate a motion on Tuesday to potentially remove President Jose Jeri. The decision follows a scandal involving Jeri's undisclosed meetings with a Chinese businessman. Jeri, who assumed the presidency in October after an emergency session ousted his predecessor, faces growing political challenges.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-02-2026 03:30 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 03:30 IST
Peru's Political Turmoil: President Jose Jeri Faces Congress Debate
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Peru's political scene is facing upheaval as Congress prepares to debate a motion to potentially remove President Jose Jeri. Scheduled for Tuesday, this debate comes in the wake of a scandal that has erupted over Jeri's secret meetings with a Chinese businessman.

Congressional leader Fernando Rospigliosi announced the impending debate on social media last Friday, signaling a critical moment for the Jeri administration. The scandal has added to the mounting political tensions in the country.

Jose Jeri, formerly the head of Congress, took office as president in October following an emergency session that led to the ousting of his predecessor. His administration is now under scrutiny, with potential ramifications for Peru's governance and international relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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