Peru’s government, under the leadership of President Balcázar, is attempting to exert greater control over the SUNEDU, the national superintendent responsible for university accreditation, just weeks before the end of its term. The Ministry of Education, headed by María Esther Cuadros Espinoza, is seeking to shorten the mandate of the current SUNEDU superintendent, despite having appointed him to a three-year term only six months ago. This sudden shift in legal interpretation has sparked an institutional conflict and raised questions about the legality of the move. Concerns are mounting that the government may attempt to replace the entire SUNEDU board of directors. Critics suggest this action aims to influence university oversight beyond the current administration. The situation remains fluid, with uncertainty surrounding the future of SUNEDU’s leadership and independence. This development has been reported by Lima Gris.