In brief
Mexico and Peru have restored diplomatic relations following a diplomatic row over the asylum granted to former Peruvian prime minister Betssy Chávez. Joint statements cited historic brother‑hood ties, friendship and cooperation, and a shared respect for international law. The split had begun in November 2025 when Chancellor Chávez sought refuge in Mexico’s embassy. Peru’s foreign ministry affirmed it retains the right to request her extradition. The reconcilement comes as Peru’s new president, Keiko Fujimori, takes office. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum welcomed Chávez and reiterated support for the ousted Peruvian president Pedro Castillo.
Mexico and Peru have agreed to re‑establish diplomatic relations following a row over the granting of asylum to former Peruvian prime minister Betssy Chávez, who was charged for a 2022 coup attempt.
In a joint statement released on 7 August, Lima and Mexico City cited their historic ties of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation as the driving force behind the reconciliation and reaffirmed a shared respect for the principles of the United Nations and international law.
The breakdown in relations began when Chávez sought asylum in Mexico’s embassy in November 2025, prompting Peru to break diplomatic ties over the matter.
Peruvian Foreign Minister Carlos Espá announced that Chávez had been granted safe passage and had already left Peru, while Peru retains the right to request her extradition should she return to legal proceedings.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum welcomed Chávez to Mexico and reiterated the government’s support for ousted Peruvian President Pedro Castillo, who was arrested in December 2022 after attempting to dissolve Congress and was later sentenced to more than 11 years in prison.
The restoration of diplomatic relations follows the inauguration of Peru’s new president, Keiko Fujimori, last week.
