The Peruvian Public Prosecutor's Office has formally charged left-wing presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez with financial crimes, seeking 5 years and 4 months in prison for false financial declarations in his campaign. The charges emerged just after electoral authorities confirmed Sanchez's likely advance to the second round, scheduled for June 7.

May 13, 2026

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Canada Establishes New Financial Crime Agency, Contrasting With US Approach

Canada is creating a new Financial Crimes Agency to investigate and prosecute financial crimes, banning cryptocurrency ATMs, following a public inquiry that found the country lacks a comprehensive anti-money laundering strategy. The move contrasts with the US, where federal investigative agencies have been weakened and convicted money launderers have been pardoned.

Apr 30, 2026