**"Transformative, for Better and for Worse": The Legacy of Alberto Fujimori in Peru** On Thursday morning, at precisely 11:45, six pallbearers in white gloves carried the coffin of one of Peru's most polarizing figures, Alberto Fujimori, who passed away at the age of 86. The scene unfolded amidst a gathering of mourners, cameras, and the ceremonial flag-topped lances of the Húsares de Junín cavalry regiment, as they placed the coffin in the hall of Lima’s starkly designed culture ministry. Following the coffin were Fujimori's eldest daughter and youngest son, holding hands and dressed in black, under a warm spring sky. A crowd of ministers, political allies, and high-ranking military officials awaited them at the ministry's entrance. Fujimori's legacy is a complex tapestry of admiration and condemnation. Despite his convictions for corruption and human rights violations, many Peruvians regard him as the nation's greatest leader. His presidency, which spanned from 1990 to 2000, was marked by significant economic reforms and a fierce campaign against terrorism, particularly against the Shining Path insurgency. These actions, while effective in stabilizing the country, came at a high cost, leading to widespread human rights abuses. As Peru reflects on Fujimori's life and impact, opinions remain deeply divided. For some, he is a transformative figure who brought order and economic growth; for others, he is a symbol of authoritarianism and moral failure. His death has reignited discussions about his controversial legacy and the lasting effects of his presidency on Peruvian society.