The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru issued an extensive statement in which it defended the transparency of the electoral process abroad and categorically rejected the accusations that seek to cast doubt on the validity of the votes of Peruvian citizens outside the country.
The response comes in the context of the appeal filed by the communist candidate Roberto Sánchez, who is attempting to invalidate those votes as they are not favorable to him.
In its official statement, the Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to respect for the popular will, the autonomy of electoral bodies, and the right of political forces to present observations within the legal framework. However, it drew a clear line against the accusations directed at the diplomatic corps.
In this regard, the agency was emphatic in stating that "the Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejects any claim attributing acts of interference, manipulation, political favoritism, or alteration of electoral material to its consular officials".
It also emphasized the need to preserve the honor of consular officials, highlighting that all are career professionals who performed their duties under complex conditions, with extraordinary hours and following the procedures established by electoral regulations.
The Foreign Ministry also clarified the role it plays in the electoral process abroad, emphasizing that its function is limited to organization and logistical support, in coordination with electoral bodies. It made it clear that key tasks such as the qualification of records, vote counting, resolution of challenges, and proclamation of results are not part of its competencies.
Regarding the procedure, it explained that once voting is concluded, the results are recorded in duly sealed records to ensure their inviolability. These records are copied by representatives of political organizations, and the results are published in consular offices for public verification.
