Mexico and Peru restore diplomatic relations after asylum row - BBC News

Relations broke down after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November 2025.

Image source, ReutersImage caption, Former Peruvian PM Betssy Chávez was granted asylum by Mexico in November 2025

Mexico and Peru have agreed to re-establish diplomatic relations following a row over the granting of asylum to a former Peruvian prime minister who was charged for a 2022 coup attempt.

In a joint statement released on 7 August, Lima and Mexico City said "historic ties of brotherhood, friendship and cooperation" prompted the reconciliation.

The two countries also reaffirmed "their respect for international law and the principles of the Charter of the United Nations".

Relations broke down after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November 2025.