Lim Guan Eng vs Pedro Pablo Kuczynski

Lim Guan Eng was elected Secretary-General of the DAP, a major opposition party in Malaysia. This position made him a key leader in the Pakatan Rakyat coalition, leading the party through a period of electoral gains and increased influence.

Following the 2008 general election, Lim Guan Eng became Chief Minister of Penang, leading the first opposition state government in Malaysia. His administration focused on transparency, anti-corruption, and economic development, transforming Penang into a high-tech hub.

After the historic 2018 general election victory of the Pakatan Harapan coalition, Lim Guan Eng was appointed Minister of Finance. He oversaw fiscal reforms, including the introduction of the Sales and Services Tax and efforts to reduce national debt.

Lim Guan Eng was acquitted of corruption charges related to the purchase of a bungalow, which had been a major political issue. The acquittal removed a legal barrier to his political career and was seen as a vindication by his supporters.

Pedro Pablo Kuczynski was appointed Minister of Economy and Finance under President Alejandro Toledo. He implemented free-market economic policies, including privatization and trade liberalization, which contributed to Peru's economic growth.

Pedro Pablo Kuczynski won the 2016 presidential election, defeating Keiko Fujimori in a narrow runoff. His victory was seen as a continuation of pro-business policies, but his government was plagued by political instability and corruption scandals.

Facing imminent impeachment over corruption allegations linked to the Odebrecht scandal, Kuczynski resigned the presidency. His resignation was a major political crisis, leading to the succession of Vice President Mart