Aug. 4 (UPI) -- The close of the registration deadline for electoral alliances has confirmed an unprecedented scenario for Peru's 2026 general elections: 34 parties will compete independently, while 11 others have formed four alliances -- bringing the total to at least 38 candidate lists on the ballot.
These lists each represent a group of congressional candidates submitted by a party or alliance.
The figure is unmatched since Peru's return to democracy in the early 2000s and has revived concerns about a fragmented legislature, lacking clearly defined political leaders and dominated by parties with limited representation.
The result could complicate efforts to form stable majorities needed to pass legislation, appoint officials or support the executive branch.
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