Keiko Fujimori is about to take on one of Latin America's most perilous political jobs as the new president of Peru. The daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori, she inherits a country plagued by presidential instability, with six leaders in five years. Her victory in the runoff election offers Peru a chance to break a cycle of chaos that has seen impeachments, resignations, and corruption scandals.

Fujimori's Fuerza Popular party holds a congressional plurality, but she faces a fragmented legislature and deep polarization. Critics warn her family's authoritarian legacy could undermine democratic institutions, while supporters see her as a stabilizing force. The new president must navigate economic recovery, pandemic fallout, and demands for constitutional reform.

Her ability to govern will test whether Peru can achieve lasting political stability after years of turmoil.