The presidential runoff in Peru held on Sunday resulted in a remarkably close contest between conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori and leftist candidate Roberto Sánchez. Preliminary results indicated a statistical tie, with Fujimori holding a slight edge according to exit polls conducted by Ipsos. This election is significant as it features Fujimori, the daughter of former authoritarian president Alberto Fujimori, against Sánchez, who is associated with jailed former president Pedro Castillo. Throughout the campaign, Sánchez aimed to attract undecided voters by emphasizing fiscal responsibility, property rights, and the independence of the central bank. In contrast, Fujimori appealed to her right-wing base, presenting herself as a tough-on-crime candidate and labeling Sánchez as a potential authoritarian who might harm private investment. The runoff occurs amid a regional trend of shifting political landscapes in Latin America, where anti-incumbent sentiments are pushing countries toward conservative governance. As the votes were tallied, the results revealed a deeply divided electorate, with Fujimori performing well in urban areas while Sánchez found strong support in rural regions, setting the stage for a prolonged counting process that could take days or weeks.