Rightist agendas will limit scope to end Peru crisis

Significance

Most are ill-disposed to giving up their seats in Congress before their elected term finishes in 2026. For her part, Boluarte has repeatedly refused to heed public pressure for her to resign and thus trigger fresh elections.

Impacts

• Peru will face strong international criticism for any further human rights violations.
• Economic policy under Boluarte will seek to promote private-sector investment.
• Protest activity will persist, albeit intermittently.