Peru Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Mexico

2025-11-04 08:29:53

(MENAFN) The Peruvian government has announced the severing of diplomatic relations with Mexico, according to Peruvian Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela, who spoke at a press briefing on Monday.

Minister de Zela explained that Betssy Chavez, the former prime minister under Pedro Castillo, who is facing legal proceedings for a failed coup attempt in December 2022, has been granted asylum at the Mexican embassy residence in Lima.

He stated, "In response to this unfriendly act, and considering the repeated instances in which the current and former presidents of that country (Mexico) have interfered in Peru's internal affairs, the Peruvian government has decided, as of today, to break diplomatic relations with Mexico."

This move reflects escalating tensions between the two nations, triggered by Mexico's decision to provide protection to a controversial political figure wanted in Peru.

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