Overview
- Betssy Chávez remains in the residence of the Mexican Embassy in Lima as she awaits a salvoconducto that would allow her to travel to Mexico.
- Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela accused Mexico of interference in Peru’s internal affairs and argued that political asylum is being distorted.
- De Zela said Peru will not enter the Mexican embassy by force, citing the country’s respect for international law.
- He maintained that Chávez is being prosecuted under the presumption of a crime linked to Pedro Castillo’s failed coup attempt, not for her ideas.
- Despite the break in diplomatic ties, consular services continue as the government awaits Cancillería’s recommendation that Jerí says will define Friday’s decision.