on Tuesday affirmed that a new time has begun in the South American country and thanked all citizens who trusted him with their votes in the
"A new time has begun. Millions of Peruvians have stood up in defense of their dignity and justice. Thanks to the peoples across Peru who, from their diversity and historical strength, have placed their trust in me," he wrote.
The candidate added that his eventual administration will "owe it to all citizens."
According to ONPE's latest report, Castillo received a total of 8,835,579 votes, while his contender, Fujimori, got 8,791,521.
However, the National Elections Board (JNE) is reviewing appeals of decisions regarding the voting records challenged during the electoral process.
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