Roberto Sanchez, Peru's leftist presidential candidate, conceded defeat to conservative opponent Keiko Fujimori. The concession came after electoral authorities confirmed Fujimori's victory with a narrow margin of 50.135% of the vote in the June 7 runoff.
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Peru's Sanchez concedes election to Fujimori after razor-thin vote count
IN SHORT
Roberto Sanchez, Peru's leftist presidential candidate, conceded defeat to conservative opponent Keiko Fujimori. The concession came after electoral authorities confirmed Fujimori's victory with a narrow margin of 50.135% of the vote in the June 7 runoff.
Frequently asked questions
Keiko Fujimori was declared the winner of Peru's presidential election.
Fujimori won by 49,641 ballots, securing 50.135% of the vote in the June 7 runoff.
Keiko Fujimori is the conservative presidential candidate and the eldest daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori.
Keiko Fujimori is expected to be sworn in as president on July 28.
What Happens Next
01Keiko Fujimori is expected to be sworn in as president on July 28.
02Fujimori will serve a five-year term.
03Sanchez's appeal to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights is pending.
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Peru's Sanchez concedes election to Fujimori after razor-thin vote count