NEW DELHI, July 4 (ANI) — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated conservative leader Keiko Fujimori on her victory in Peru’s presidential election, expressing confidence in further strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.
In a post on X, Modi wished Fujimori a successful tenure and said he looked forward to working closely with her.
“Heartiest congratulations, Keiko Fujimori, on your victory in the Peruvian presidential elections. India deeply values its close friendship with Peru and remains committed to further strengthening our bilateral partnership across diverse sectors. I wish you a successful tenure and look forward to working closely with you to further deepen our ties for the benefit of the people of our nations,” Modi wrote.
Fujimori was declared the winner of Peru’s presidential runoff election on Friday (local time), following a closely contested race dominated by voter concerns over rising crime, according to Euronews.
The 51-year-old was contesting the presidency for the fourth time. She is set to become Peru’s ninth president in 10 years when she takes office later this month.
The election results were certified by Peru’s top electoral authority. Official figures released earlier this week showed that, with 100% of ballots counted, Fujimori received 9,223,000 votes, or 50.135% of the total, while nationalist Congressman Roberto Sánchez secured more than 9,173,000 votes, or 49.865%, according to Euronews.
Following the official declaration of the results, Fujimori thanked voters in a post on X.
“With the electoral process concluded and the results proclaimed by the JNE, I receive with profound gratitude the trust that millions of Peruvians have placed in me. A new stage begins. We assume it with responsibility, humility, and a deep sense of duty. Each day of this transition process is an opportunity to listen, engage in dialogue, and arrive prepared at the start of the new government. Through these accounts, we will share the progress of this stage and the work we have been carrying out. I invite you to join us,” she wrote. (ANI)
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