Keiko Fujimori

A bus driver in Lima, Perú, was assassinated with shots fired inside his vehicle. This incident occurred more than a week after President Keiko Fujimori initiated Plan Escudo aimed at curbing extortion attacks. Despite these government efforts and official reports of multiple attacks against transport, the violent crimes have not stopped.

The Fujimori government announced a US$20.6 billion investment in Lima's metro infrastructure. Keiko Fujimori was sworn in on 28 July 2026, with Luis Galarreta as prime minister and Elmer Cuba as economy and finance minister. Key appointments include Fabrizio Orrego Peche and Erick Lahura as vice-ministers in the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

Coca-Cola Perú and bottler Arca Continental Lindley will invest US$1 billion in Peru over the next five years to expand and modernize production. President Keiko Fujimori announced the plan on 4 August 2026 during a visit to Arca Continental Lindley’s plant in Pucusana, south of Lima.

Alejandro Toledo, 81, has requested President Keiko Fujimori to expedite a presidential pardon on humanitarian grounds, as stated in an interview from Barbadillo prison. He expressed his desire not to die in prison during the interview on Panamericana Televisión's program Sin Rodeos.

A plane operated by Aerodiana carrying European tourists to view the Nazca Lines crashed in Peru, killing 13 people including seven Italians, two Spaniards, two Germans, and the pilot and co-pilot. Peruvian authorities are investigating the crash, and President Keiko Fujimori has considered temporarily suspending the airport.

President Keiko Fujimori's government is implementing economic reforms to stimulate oil and gas investment through new hydrocarbons regulations while also introducing decrees to reduce labor benefits. These measures aim to address stagnant investment and adjust labor policies.

President Sheinbaum addressed U.S. President Trump's remarks on USMCA during her mañanera, with Economy Minister Ebrard emphasizing close U.S.-Mexico trade cooperation despite Trump's skepticism. Sheinbaum also highlighted diplomatic efforts with Peru, including a call for safe passage for former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez and improved relations following Peru's 2022 political tensions.

President Keiko Fujimori announced a 15% increase in Peru’s minimum monthly wage during her first Mensaje a la Nación on 28 July 2026. The raise will elevate the minimum wage from 1,130 soles to 1,300 soles (approx. USD 335–350).

Peru's new president Keiko Fujimori was sworn in on July 28, becoming the country's 9th chief executive in 10 years after a narrow electoral victory over left-wing rival Roberto Sanchez by 50,000 votes. Fujimori has prioritized crime-fighting measures as Peru faces its worst security crisis in decades.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru's president amid protests in Lima. She has pledged to crack down on crime.

Argentine President Javier Milei met with Peru's President Keiko Fujimori in Lima at the Torre Tagle Palace to discuss strengthening economic and security cooperation. The meeting marked their first official encounter.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as president of Peru and announced the armed forces will temporarily assume internal control during states of emergency to confront organized crime alongside the National Police. The inauguration occurred on July 28 at Congress, marking the start of her five-year term.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru’s president Tuesday after a narrow victory in the June election.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru’s ninth president in 10 years. The article describes her as the conservative daughter of a former dictator and highlights her as the latest rightwing leader in Latin America.

Keiko Fujimori was inaugurated as Peru’s president after winning a narrow election by fewer than 50,000 votes. Her Popular Force party and ally Popular Renovation will control half the senate, making it harder to remove her. Fujimori pledged to address crime and boost infrastructure, but opposition leaders demand reversals of laws seen as weakening anti-organized crime efforts.

Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru's president after winning a narrow election with fewer than 50,000 votes. She aims to stabilize the country's politics, reduce crime, and boost economic growth. Her party and allies control half the senate, making removal difficult, while opposition leaders demand reversal of laws perceived to weaken crime-fighting measures.

Presidents from Bolivia, Paraguay, Chile, Honduras, Argentina, Uruguay, Panama, and Ecuador are attending Keiko Fujimori's inauguration in Lima for Peru's 2026-2031 presidential term. The event brings together Southern Cone and Andean leaders for the handover ceremony.

Keiko Fujimori is inaugurated for a 2026–2031 term. Elmer Cuba is appointed to Economy and Finance, Carlos Espá to Foreign Affairs, and Luis Galarreta as Premier. Appointments suggest economic and diplomatic shifts toward Washington.

Colombia's August 7 presidential handover is disrupted by a volcano, forcing the venue to shift to Cali and canceling the planned swearing-in at an army base. Peru inaugurates Keiko Fujimori today, highlighting a market-friendly economic approach and closer ties to Washington.

Keiko Fujimori was elected president. Many people are sceptical she will be able to unite Peru as promised.

Keiko Fujimori has become Peru's new president, pledging to prioritize security and investment. Her leadership will require navigating Peru's position between the United States and China amid their geopolitical rivalry.

Peru will inaugurate Keiko Fujimori as president and swear in her cabinet, including the Interior Ministry, which oversees migration authority and the stalled digital-nomad permit. The appointment of the Interior Ministry is highlighted as significant for foreigners.

Keiko Fujimori’s party has won the Senate presidency in an alliance with a conservative party in Peru, ahead of the presidential inauguration. The alliance is paving the way for the incoming government.

Keiko Fujimori's Popular Force party secured the Senate presidency in Peru through an alliance with the conservative Popular Renewal party. Miguel Torres was elected Senate president with 30 votes, while Alejandro Muñante became first vice president. Peru's Congress, reinstating a bicameral system after over three decades, is finalizing leadership ahead of Fujimori's July 28 inauguration.

Keiko Fujimori's Popular Force party secured the Senate presidency in Peru through an alliance with Popular Renewal, with Miguel Torres elected as Senate president. The Senate leadership was established two days before Fujimori's July 28 inauguration, as Congress reinstates a bicameral system amid a governance crisis with no majority political forces.

Keiko Fujimori becomes Peru's president on July 28, 2026, after a closely contested runoff election decided by fewer than 50,000 votes. Her conservative, investment-focused policies face immediate challenges in a country that has had ten presidents since 2016.

Keiko Fujimori, 51, is set to become Peru's first female president through the ballot box, having won on her fourth attempt after three consecutive runoff defeats. She will be sworn in on July 28, Peru's independence day, with security and national unity as key challenges.

Argentina's Milei will attend Keiko Fujimori's July 28 inauguration in Peru as part of a regional tour highlighting Latin America's rightward political shift. The event is part of a broader movement in the region.

Peru’s incoming government plans to refocus state oil firm Petroperu on refining and distribution, sell non-strategic assets, and transfer the Norperuano oil pipeline to a private operator. The proposal is part of president-elect Keiko Fujimori’s economic program.

President-elect Keiko Fujimori asked Julio Velarde to continue as central bank chief, and he accepted on July 6. Velarde has led the bank since 2006 and will serve under Fujimori, marking his eleventh president.

Uruguay's President Yamandú Orsi congratulated Peru's president-elect Keiko Fujimori on her runoff victory in a cross-ideological call. The interaction occurred amid Peru's government transition, with the handover scheduled for July 28.

Keiko Fujimori, daughter of disgraced president Alberto Fujimori, was declared the winner of Peru's presidential election nearly a month after voting took place in a tight race.

Keiko Fujimori, daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori, was declared winner of Peru's presidential runoff election with 50.14% of votes, defeating Roberto Sánchez. The State Department congratulated her, and she pledged to address surging crime with an 'iron fist.'

Keiko Fujimori will take office as Peru's president on July 28 after narrowly defeating Roberto Sanchez in a closely contested election. The race is among the closest in Peru's history, with Fujimori inheriting challenges of political instability and organized crime.

Keiko Fujimori won Peru’s presidential runoff election with 50.135% of the vote, defeating Roberto Sánchez. The election focused on crime concerns, with Fujimori pledging strict measures against organized crime.

Keiko Fujimori, daughter of an autocrat, won a close election in Peru. She pledged to increase private investment in the mining sector and adopt a strict approach to crime.

Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru's presidential runoff election. She is a conservative politician who secured victory in the contest.

Keiko Fujimori won Peru's presidential runoff election with 50.135% of the vote, defeating Roberto Sánchez. The election focused on rising crime concerns, and Fujimori pledged to address it with strict measures. She is the daughter of Alberto Fujimori, a former president who previously led efforts against the Shining Path rebel group.

Keiko Fujimori has been officially declared the winner of the Peru presidential race. The announcement marks a significant political development in the country.

Keiko Fujimori won Peru’s presidential runoff election with 50.135% of the vote, defeating Roberto Sánchez. The election focused on rising crime concerns, and Fujimori, who will be Peru’s ninth president in 10 years, pledged to address organized crime. Her father, Alberto Fujimori, was a former president who fought the Shining Path rebel group but faced convictions for human rights abuses and corruption.