Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as president of Peru at the Congress building in Lima on Tuesday.
Fujimori's inauguration marks the first time a woman has led the nation [2]. Her victory returns the influence of Fujimorism to the executive branch after 26 years [3], signaling a significant political shift for the country.
Upon leaving the Congress building, Fujimori vowed to tackle the wave of crime currently sweeping the nation [1]. The new president assumed office following a narrow election win, with a victory margin of fewer than five percentage points [1].
Fujimori previously appeared in the public eye following the runoff election on July 3, 2026 [4]. Her administration now faces the task of stabilizing a government that has seen years of volatility.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by several international figures. Reports said Javier Milei of Argentina, Jose Antonio Kast of Chile, Daniel Noboa of Ecuador, Yamandu Orsi of Uruguay, and Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia were present [5]. Other reports said King Felipe VI of Spain also attended the event [6].
Fujimori's primary focus remains the restoration of public safety and the implementation of policies to curb criminal activity across Peru [1].
“Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as president of Peru at the Congress building in Lima.”
The ascent of Keiko Fujimori represents both a historic gender milestone and a return to a controversial political legacy. By prioritizing a crackdown on crime, Fujimori is addressing the primary concern of a fractured electorate, though her narrow margin of victory suggests she may face significant legislative opposition in Congress.
