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Peru to Decide Friday on Safe Passage for Betssy Chávez to Mexico

President José Jerí says he will follow the Foreign Ministry’s technical recommendation despite the rupture of diplomatic relations with Mexico.

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.