Peru Severs Ties with Mexico Following asylum Grant to Ex-President Castillo
LIMA, Peru – November 04, 2025 – Peru announced the immediate severing of diplomatic relations with Mexico today, escalating tensions following Mexico’s decision to grant asylum to ousted former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo.The move marks a significant diplomatic rupture between the two nations adn further complicates Castillo’s legal standing.
The Peruvian government condemned Mexico’s actions as a violation of its sovereignty, asserting that Castillo faces ongoing legal proceedings related to his attempt to dissolve Congress in December 2022, an act widely considered an attempted coup. Peru maintains that castillo should be subject to the Peruvian justice system to address these charges. The granting of asylum prevents his extradition to Peru to face prosecution.
Castillo was swiftly removed from office by the Peruvian Congress after announcing the dissolution of the legislature, and has remained in custody as then on charges of rebellion. His attempt to retain power failed to garner support from the military. Following his removal, Castillo’s family sought refuge in Mexico, where authorities have expressed support for the former president.
The decision to break diplomatic ties signals Peru’s firm stance against what it views as interference in its internal affairs.It remains to be seen how this diplomatic crisis will unfold and what impact it will have on regional stability and relations between Peru and other Latin American countries.
