Peru’s Election Chief Quits Amid Vote Count Delays and Rising Political Tensions

55 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · Apr 21

Peru’s top election official, Piero Corvetto, has resigned amid mounting criticism over prolonged vote counting and logistical issues in the April 12 presidential election.
Corvetto denied fraud allegations but said his departure aimed to restore public confidence as the country awaits the final results, expected by May 15.
The chaotic vote and delayed results have intensified political tensions, with a June 7 runoff set to determine Peru's ninth president in a decade.

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