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Peru's presidential election heads to a runoff between right-wing Keiko Fujimori and left-wing Roberto Sanchez, reflecting deep political polarization. The tightly contested race unfolds amid challenges including inflation and inequality.
After 25 years of talks, the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement provisionally took effect on January 17, creating a bloc of 720 million consumers and a combined $22 trillion economy. The deal eliminates tariffs on over 90% of bilateral trade, benefiting EU exports like cars and wine, and South American goods like beef and soy. However, legal challenges and protests from European farmers remain obstacles.
