Peru's Presidential Race Tightens Amid Legal Hurdles

As Peru's presidential election count stretches into its fourth day, a legal battle looms over contested ballots. With 97.69% of votes counted, conservative Keiko Fujimori narrows the gap against leftist Roberto Sanchez, leading by a mere 10,000 votes. Expatriate votes holding sway could decide the outcome.

As Peru's presidential election tally extends into its fourth day, the results remain unsettled with potential legal disputes over contested ballots. Conservative Keiko Fujimori continues to tighten the gap against leftist Roberto Sanchez, leaving a slim margin in the already intense race.

Despite most domestic votes being counted, expatriate ballots heavily favor Fujimori, causing fluctuations in the standings. As of now, Sanchez holds a lead of about 10,000 votes, holding 50.03% against Fujimori's 49.97%, as reported by ONPE with 97.69% of votes tallied.

The significant number of votes flagged for judicial review adds complexity, suggesting the final decision might rest with Peru's Special Electoral Jury. Both candidates urge patience as the country awaits a declared winner, which could take weeks. Markets remain volatile, reflecting uncertainty over the election's outcome.