Peru has decisively cut diplomatic ties with Mexico following the granting of asylum to former Prime Minister Betssy Chavez, who is under investigation for involvement in a coup attempt. The decision has escalated tensions between the two neighboring nations, marking a rare and significant diplomatic rupture.
The dispute erupted after Mexican authorities granted asylum to Chavez, who was ousted from her position in 2020 amid allegations of electoral fraud and other misconduct. Peru’s government has accused Mexico of undermining its sovereignty by harboring a former official implicated in undermining the country’s democratic institutions. This asylum decision has been viewed as an affront to Peru’s political integrity, prompting the immediate severing of diplomatic relations.
International observers have noted that this move could have broader implications for regional stability, as both countries are key players in Latin America. The situation has also raised questions about the rule of law and the handling of political dissent in the region. As tensions escalate, both nations are expected to engage in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis.