Peru is at a pivotal moment in its democratic trajectory. Following a highly competitive election cycle, the country faces deep-seated institutional challenges, political fragmentation, and ongoing questions regarding the strength of its democratic governance. How Peru navigates the post-election period will have important implications for political stability, public trust, and democratic resilience. The election process has underscored the importance of independent election observation, transparent election administration, and institutional safeguards in maintaining confidence in democratic institutions.

Please join the Inter-American Dialogue and the National Endowment for Democracy on Wednesday, June 17, at 10:00 AM (ET) for an online discussion on the presidential election. Panelists will assess the key challenges facing Peruvian democracy, the importance of strengthening democratic institutions, and the role of independent election observation in safeguarding electoral integrity.

OPENING REMARKS

REBECCA BILL CHAVEZ

President & CEO, Inter-American Dialogue (@RebeccaBillChav)

SPEAKERS

DEBORAH ULLMER

Regional Director, Latin America and the Caribbean Programs, National Democratic Institute (@ullmer_deborah)

OMAR AWAPARA

Secretary General, Asociación Civil Transparencia

STEPHEN MCFARLAND

Former U.S. Ambassador to Guatemala, U.S. Department of State (@AmbMcFarland)

MODERATOR

MARGARET MYERS

Senior Advisor, Asia & Latin America Program, Inter-American Dialogue (@MyersMargaret)