But it is also true that the Peruvian president has some strong incentives to cooperate with the opposition to manage a smooth transition to a new government. It is also the way for him to retain his credibility to run again for president, which he says is his ambition. And it should be remembered President Fujimori retains considerable popular support. Replacing him now would could produce an even more unsettled and insecure situation. No one can be sure that democratic politics will return to Peru in the coming period.
Huge obstacles remain.
But the chances are better than they have been in a long time. One thing is crucial. Peter Hakim is president of the Inter-American Dialogue. We offer them for your additional research. The Christian Science Publishing Society.