Dina Boluarte

Peru's defense and foreign ministers resigned after interim President Balcázar postponed a $3.5 billion U.S. F-16 fighter jet purchase decision to his successor, citing lack of legitimacy as temporary leader amid political instability.

Peru's defense and foreign ministers resigned after the interim president delayed a $3.5 billion U.S. F-16 fighter jet purchase decision until June's presidential runoff, citing insufficient legitimacy as temporary leader.

Latin American assets are poised to end the quarter strong despite potential US shutdown concerns.