The Peruvian Foreign Ministry rejected Sánchez's allegations and defended the transparency of the foreign vote

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru issued an extensive statement in which it defended the transparency of the electoral process abroad and categorically rejected the accusations that seek to cast doubt on the validity of the votes of Peruvian citizens outside the country.

The response comes in the context of the appeal filed by the communist candidate Roberto Sánchez, who is attempting to invalidate those votes as they are not favorable to him.

In its official statement, the Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to respect for the popular will, the autonomy of electoral bodies, and the right of political forces to present observations within the legal framework. However, it drew a clear line against the accusations directed at the diplomatic corps.

In this regard, the agency was emphatic in stating that "the Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejects any claim attributing acts of interference, manipulation, political favoritism, or alteration of electoral material to its consular officials".

It also emphasized the need to preserve the honor of consular officials, highlighting that all are career professionals who performed their duties under complex conditions, with extraordinary hours and following the procedures established by electoral regulations.

The Foreign Ministry also clarified the role it plays in the electoral process abroad, emphasizing that its function is limited to organization and logistical support, in coordination with electoral bodies. It made it clear that key tasks such as the qualification of records, vote counting, resolution of challenges, and proclamation of results are not part of its competencies.

Regarding the procedure, it explained that once voting is concluded, the results are recorded in duly sealed records to ensure their inviolability. These records are copied by representatives of political organizations, and the results are published in consular offices for public verification.

Subsequently, the material is sent to the corresponding electoral authorities in accordance with the Organic Law of Elections, with the ONPE being responsible for processing and final consolidation.

The statement also addressed the use of technological tools during the first electoral round, noting that a complementary application for scanning records was implemented in 108 of the 180 consular offices.

However, it clarified that this tool did not replace the existing legal procedure. After experiencing technical and operational difficulties, and in coordination with the ONPE, it was decided not to use it in the second round, without this implying modifications to the legal process or the chain of custody.

In this line, the Ministry emphasized that "the non-use of the application in the second round did not create a gap in the chain of custody or a period without control over the electoral material," ensuring that the entire process remained under strict security, traceability, and control mechanisms, including transportation via diplomatic pouch.

Finally, the Foreign Ministry highlighted its experience in organizing electoral processes abroad and stressed that the material was transported within the established deadlines, with no delays or incidents.

It also underscored the participation of international observers, the oversight of bodies such as the JNE and the Ombudsman’s Office, as well as a report from the Comptroller's Office that found no irregularities.

The agency concluded by reiterating that it acted in compliance with its legal functions and with absolute respect for the neutrality of the Executive Branch, making all necessary documentation available to the competent authorities if required and rejecting the complaints from communist Sánchez.