Peru joins US-led ‘Shield of the Americas’ security alliance
Summary
Peru has joined the "Shield of the Americas," a security alliance led by the United States to share information and work together against drug cartels. This move was announced by Peru’s new leader, Keiko Fujimori, after talks with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his visit to Lima.Key Facts
- Peru joined the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (ACCC), also known as the "Shield of the Americas."
- The alliance focuses on intelligence sharing and military cooperation to fight drug cartels and crime.
- Peru is the world’s second-largest cocaine producer, after Colombia.
- Keiko Fujimori became Peru’s president in July and has emphasized security issues in her campaign.
- Marco Rubio visited South America to strengthen relations between the U.S. (under President Donald Trump) and conservative governments in the region.
- The U.S. wants Peru and other countries to reduce economic ties with China, which is Peru’s main trading partner.
- Local protests opposed Rubio’s visit and Peru joining the alliance, fearing loss of national sovereignty.
- The U.S. government says it will only take security actions in these countries with their permission.
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