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Early Peru elections will face congressional pushback

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PERU

Early elections next year.

Interim government will enjoy little leeway in Peru

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PERU

Outgoing President Martin Vizcarra’s impeachment was a response to congressional dissatisfaction with his government’s policies, especially those designed to root out corruption…

Candidates will focus on style not substance in Peru

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PERU

Most participant parties lack strong roots in society and are little more than the electoral vehicles of their founders/leaders.

Rift within Philippine administration will deepen

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PHILIPPINES

Duterte has come under criticism in Congress over her use of confidential funds (CFs). Despite the president’s remarks, he and his deputy appear to be at odds on a range of issues.

Sagasti will ease pre-election tensions in Peru

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PERU

The new government will bring a much-needed easing of tensions following the widespread protests that met the short-lived presidency of Manuel Merino. Sagasti should be able to…

CAR’s president will push to abolish term limits

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CAR

The group aims to block efforts by allies of President Faustin-Archange Touadera, who was elected to a second term only 18 months ago, to change the constitution so that he can…

Castillo will take office but faces headwinds in Peru

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PERU

Although she has recognised the announcement, she still maintains that the result was “illegitimate”. A new government is to take office next week, but Castillo was unable to name…

Congo's political crisis may move back to the streets

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The delay, while long-expected, fatally undermines the 'December 31 Agreement', a compromise agreed in 2016 between the government and opposition intended to lead to elections by…

Congo’s political power shift may produce an impasse

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The vote was a major victory for President Felix Tshisekedi, who on December 6 announced he was breaking his coalition with Kabila to seek a new parliamentary majority capable of…

Castillo cabinet points to troubles ahead in Peru

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PERU

The delayed ratification of Pedro Francke as finance minister was designed to calm concerns. Castillo’s agenda, outlined in his Independence Day speech to Congress, sought to…