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Peru’s election chief steps down amid frustration over long vote count
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Peru's head of the National Office of Electoral Processes has resigned amid widespread anger over the country's chaotic general election. The resignation is in a bid to increase public confidence ahead of an anticipated second round of voting. Election observers have acknowledged missteps with the electoral process but found no firm evidence of fraud. Voting results will be finalised no later than May 15, with the top two presidential candidates advancing to the final round.