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Peru Lawmaker to Present Impeachment of Marxist Interim President Balcazar Over U S F 16 Deal Controversy

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The impeachment controversy creates political uncertainty in Peru, potentially delaying or canceling a $3.5 billion F-16 fighter jet deal with Lockheed Martin. This affects Lockheed Martin's revenue pipeline and defense export order book. The commercial mechanism is regulatory/political risk causing a demand spike reversal for defense aircraft. No direct impact on commodity prices or broad supply chains.

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  • Peruvian lawmaker Ilich López announced impeachment plans against interim President José María Balcázar over a $3.5 billion F-16 fighter jet deal with the U.S.
  • The deal controversy led to resignations of Defense Minister Carlos Díaz and Foreign Minister Hugo De Zela.
  • Balcázar deferred the decision on the fighter jet purchase to the next president, despite a signed agreement on April 20, 2026.
  • Balcázar is the ninth president of Peru in a decade and is set to serve until July 28, 2026, unless impeached.
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Peru F-16 deal likely delayed or canceled, impacting Lockheed Martin's revenue guidance for 2026-2027.

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