Pro-US conservative faces leftist in Peru's high-stakes presidential runoff (opens original article in a new tab)

Peru holds a pivotal presidential runoff on June 7, with conservative Keiko Fujimori facing leftist Roberto Sánchez, reflecting broader ideological divides in Latin America and affecting U.S.-Peru relations.

• Peru's runoff election on June 7 could shift the country's alignment with the U.S. or toward leftist policies.
• Fujimori advocates for free-market policies and U.S. ties, while Sánchez represents a left-wing movement with ties to regional leftist leaders.
• The election outcome may influence Peru's strategic position in U.S.-China geopolitical competition.