Mexico and Peru Re‑establish Diplomatic Ties After Asylum Row

Sun Sep 06 2026 12:58:04 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Mexico and Peru mend ties after former Peruvian PM sought asylum in Mexico, sparking diplomatic fallout.

Mexico and Peru have officially restored diplomatic relations following the controversy sparked by former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez seeking asylum at the Mexican embassy in November 2025. In a joint statement, both governments highlighted their shared "historic ties of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation" as a basis for reconciliation, reaffirming respect for international law and the UN Charter. The dispute began when Chávez, accused of involvement in President Pedro Castillo’s 2022 coup attempt, was granted asylum in Mexico, leading Peru to sever ties and label the Mexican president persona non grata. Mexico welcomed Chávez and stated it supports the ousted Peruvian president, while Peru retained the right to seek extradition, though it has not formally requested it yet. The conflict has been resolved just after Keiko Fujimori took office in Peru, signalling a potential shift in diplomatic priorities in the region.

Mexico and Peru Re‑establish Diplomatic Ties After Asylum Row

In a joint statement, both governments highlighted their shared "historic ties of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation" as a basis for reconciliation, reaffirming respect for international law and the UN Charter.

The dispute began when Chávez, accused of involvement in President Pedro Castillo’s 2022 coup attempt, was granted asylum in Mexico, leading Peru to sever ties and label the Mexican president persona non grata.

Mexico welcomed Chávez and stated it supports the ousted Peruvian president, while Peru retained the right to seek extradition, though it has not formally requested it yet.

The conflict has been resolved just after Keiko Fujimori took office in Peru, signalling a potential shift in diplomatic priorities in the region.

Betssy Chavez wearing a white turtleneck shirt and beige cardigan, holding a wooden chair with two Peruvian flags behind her