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Ganó De la Espriella, Fujimori se acerca a la presidencia y la derecha avanza en la región. ¿Cómo queda parado Lula?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 27, 2026
· 6 min read
Análisis por Iuri Pitta, CNN en Español
El panorama político en Sudamérica se tiñe de nuevos colores en 2026. Colombia y, probablemente, Perú se sumarán a lo ya ocurrido en Chile, con la victoria en elecciones de candidatos conservadores que reemplazarán a figuras vinculadas a la izquierda eleg...
Key takeaway La excepción fue la victoria del chileno José Antonio Kast, quien ganó con facilidad y con el apoyo de casi todos sus contrincantes a Jeannette Jara, candidata respaldada por el expresidente izquierdista Gabriel Boric.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The shift in South America's political landscape has significant implications for El Paso , given the city's strong cultural and economic ties to the region. As conservative candidates gain momentum in countries like Colombia and Peru, it's likely that trade and diplomatic relationships between El Paso and these nations will be reevaluated. The emphasis on law and order in the campaigns of De la Espriella and Kast may also resonate with some El Paso residents, who have faced their own security concerns in recent years. Furthermore, the mention of El Salvador's megacárceles as a model for combating crime may spark debate in El Paso about the effectiveness of similar approaches in addressing local crime issues. As the political tide in South America continues to shift, El Paso businesses and community leaders should be prepared to adapt to potential changes in trade policies and diplomatic relationships, which could have a direct impact on the city's economy and cultural exchange programs.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Análisis por Iuri Pitta, CNN en Español
El panorama político en Sudamérica se tiñe de nuevos colores en 2026. Colombia y, probablemente, Perú se sumarán a lo ya ocurrido en Chile, con la victoria en elecciones de candidatos conservadores que reemplazarán a figuras vinculadas a la izquierda eleg...
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