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Peru has severed diplomatic relations with Mexico following Mexico’s decision to grant asylum to former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chavez. Chavez is facing charges of rebellion and conspiracy related to the 2022 attempt by then-President Pedro Castillo to dissolve Parliament. Peru considers Mexico’s actions an “unfriendly act” and accuses them of interfering in Peru’s internal affairs. The situation adds to existing tensions between the two countries.

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Peru Cuts Ties with Mexico Over Ex-Prime Minister’s Asylum

Lima, Peru – November 4, 2025 – The Peruvian government announced today it is severing diplomatic relations with Mexico following Mexico’s decision to grant asylum to former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chavez at its embassy in Lima.

Peruvian Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela stated that Mexico’s actions constitute an “unfriendly act” that exacerbates already strained relations. The Peruvian President Jose Jerí’s office issued a statement accusing Mexico of repeated interference in Peru’s internal affairs.

Chavez is currently facing charges of rebellion and conspiracy stemming from her alleged involvement in the 2022 attempt by then-President Pedro Castillo to dissolve Parliament and declare a state of emergency. Castillo’s attempt failed, and he was subsequently impeached and arrested. The Peruvian Attorney General’s Office is seeking a potential 25-year prison sentence for Chavez, accusing her of being an accomplice in the alleged rebellion.

“Today we learned with surprise and deep regret that former prime minister Betssy Chávez, the alleged co-author of the coup d’etat attempted by former president Pedro Castillo, is being granted asylum at the residence of the Mexican Embassy in Peru,” de Zela told reporters.

Castillo’s wife and children are currently residing in Mexico, where the government has expressed sympathy for the ousted former president. Mexico has yet to comment on Peru’s decision to sever ties.

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