How Peru’s Political Chaos Reveals the Cost of Compromising National Sovereignty

In a shocking turn of events that few saw coming, Peru has witnessed the sudden ouster of President Dina Boluarte, a leader who came into power amid crisis but failed to uphold national unity or sovereignty. For nearly three years, Boluarte’s administration clung precariously to power through alliances with conservative factions controlling Congress. Yet, as elections near and public discontent boils over, those same factions have abandoned her—revealing a political system rife with self-interest and instability. Why Did Boluarte Fall? Failures Amid Political Backroom Deals Boluarte assumed office in December 2022 after leftist predecessor Pedro Castillo was ousted for attempting...