Peru’s prime minister resigns weeks before presidential election
Denisse Miralles has stepped down from her position less than a month after taking office, adding further uncertainty to Peru’s political landscape ahead of the presidential election scheduled for April 12.
The resignation was confirmed by the presidency on Tuesday. Miralles, 50, had been appointed by interim president José Maria Balcazar following a period of political turbulence triggered by the removal of former leader Jose Jeri amid investigations into alleged influence peddling.
Her sudden departure highlights ongoing instability in the Andean nation, where leadership changes have become frequent in recent years. Analysts say the move could impact the electoral climate, with voters heading to the polls in a context marked by institutional fragility and public distrust.
Authorities have not yet detailed the reasons behind Miralles’ resignation, but the decision comes at a critical moment as political actors prepare for a tightly contested vote. Observers warn that continued uncertainty could affect governance and economic confidence in the short term.
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