Peru’s president ousted in ‘express impeachment’ after just four months

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Dan Collyns in LimaFebruary 17, 2026 at 09:56 PM

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Peru's interim President José Jerí was ousted in an "express impeachment" after only four months in office due to a political scandal. The impeachment was triggered by the "Chifagate" controversy, involving secret meetings with Chinese businessmen, including Yang Zhihua, outside of his official agenda. Lawmakers voted 75-24 to remove Jerí amid allegations of influence-peddling and the hiring of unqualified individuals. Jerí's approval rating plummeted, and political parties withdrew their support as presidential elections approached. The acting speaker of congress announced a vote to decide Jerí's replacement. The ousting occurs amid heightened tensions between the US and China, with the US ambassador criticizing Chinese investment in Peru.

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Cosco Shipping Ports 30% Ji Wu Xiaodong 40% Los Hostiles de la Amazonia 40% Bernardo Navarro 40% United States 40% Fernando Rospigliosi 50% Yang Zhihua (Johnny) 50% Chifagate ×260% China ×270% Peru ×780% José Jerí ×790%

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peru 100% impeachment 90% political scandal 80% political instability 70% chinese businessmen 70% influence-peddling 60% presidential elections 50% government jobs 40% sovereignty 40%

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Peru

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