Mexico and Peru reestablish diplomatic relations after asylum dispute

Relations between Peru and Mexico deteriorated sharply after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez entered the Mexican embassy in Lima seeking political asylum in November 2025. Chávez, who resigned amid allegations of corruption and abuse of power, requested protection citing fears of persecution should she return to Peru. Mexican officials granted her temporary shelter, invoking diplomatic protocols that allow embassies to offer asylum in exceptional cases.

The Peruvian government condemned the move as a violation of international law and summoned the Mexican ambassador for explanations, while Mexico defended its decision as a humanitarian response. Both nations have since suspended high‑level diplomatic contacts, and the incident has prompted discussions at the Organization of American States about the appropriate handling of asylum requests within diplomatic missions. The standoff remains unresolved, with Chávez’s legal status and the future of bilateral relations pending further negotiations.