Amid controversies, key testimony is expected in the trial of Keiko Fujimori.

In the context of the oral trial faced by the leader of Fuerza Popular (FP), Keiko Fujimori, and 45 other defendants for alleged money laundering in the Cocteles case, a new chapter of controversy has arisen. FP's lawyer, Christian Salas, announced that they will present the statement of former advisor to Patricia Benavides, Jaime Villanueva, who is collaborating effectively in the process involving the former Attorney General. Salas stated that Villanueva's statement will prove that the case was initiated improperly and will explain how the investigation was developed. However, Villanueva's lawyer, Luis Capuñay, clarified that his client does not have relevant information regarding the origin of the Cocteles case, casting doubt on the usefulness of his testimony in that specific aspect. Capuñay pointed out that Villanueva has not been offered or admitted as a witness in the corresponding stage of the process, and that any statement from him must be relevant and conducive to the money laundering investigation, which is the central theme of the trial. He also emphasized that Villanueva does not have information about the genesis of the case, limiting his contribution to FP's defense. Former advisor Villanueva had previously stated before Supreme Prosecutor Delia Espinoza that prosecutors José Domingo Pérez and Rafael Vela had been "directed" by journalist Gustavo Gorriti in their investigation against Fujimori and her inner circle. This assertion triggered a disciplinary process in the National Board of Justice (JNJ) against both prosecutors. For Salas, Villanueva's statement is crucial to demonstrate the genesis of the Cocteles case and support the position that there are no grounds for the dissolution of Fuerza Popular, as proposed by the Prosecution. The lawyer insists that, in the absence of solid criminal grounds, any attempt to sanction the political party would be unjustified. Amidst these legal controversies and cross-accusations, the public remains attentive to the details of the judicial process involving one of the country's main political figures. Transparency and impartiality in handling this case are essential to ensure trust in the institutions and in the justice system. The final decision on the relevance of Jaime Villanueva's statement in the oral trial against Keiko Fujimori and the other defendants will be determined by the panel, after assessing whether his testimony truly contributes to clarifying the facts. Meanwhile, the involved parties continue to present their arguments and evidence in a process that continues to generate anticipation and debate in the public opinion.