Common questions about Christian People's Party (Peru)

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was the Christian People's Party founded in Peru?

The Christian People's Party was founded on the 18th of December 1966. A group of disillusioned politicians led by Luis Bedoya Reyes walked out of the Democracia Cristiana party to establish this new political entity.

Who led the split that created the Christian People's Party in 1966?

Luis Bedoya Reyes led the split that created the Christian People's Party in 1966. He was serving as the mayor of Lima at the time and gathered dissidents who believed that radical change could not justify the destruction of legal frameworks.

What happened to the Christian People's Party registration in 2021?

The Christian People's Party lost its registration at the National Jury of Elections on the 7th of September 2021. This occurred after Alberto Beingolea garnered only 2% of the vote in the 2021 presidential election and the party failed to attain congressional representation.

When did the Christian People's Party regain its registration after 2021?

The Christian People's Party regained its registration for its second time at the National Jury of Elections on the 10th of May 2024. This event occurred less than three years after the party lost its registration in 2021.

Who is the current leader of the Christian People's Party as of 2024?

Carlos Neuhaus is the current leader of the Christian People's Party as of 2024. He announced a primary election for the 2026 general election that included himself, former Prime Minister Óscar Valdés, former Governor Fernando Cillóniz, and former Foreign Minister Javier González Olaechea.