Peru bans Mexico’s President Sheinbaum as diplomatic dispute grows
Summary
Peru has declared Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum "persona non grata," meaning she cannot enter Peru. This comes after Peru broke diplomatic ties with Mexico following Mexico's decision to grant asylum to a former Peruvian Prime Minister, Betssy Chavez, who is facing charges related to an alleged coup.Key Facts
- Peru's Congress voted 63 to 34 to bar Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum from entering Peru.
- The decision follows Mexico granting asylum to Betssy Chavez, a former Peruvian Prime Minister.
- Peru considers the granting of asylum as interfering in its internal affairs.
- A "persona non grata" designation is often used for foreign diplomats, signaling disapproval.
- Betssy Chavez is on trial for her role in a failed attempt by ex-President Pedro Castillo to dissolve Peru’s Congress in 2022.
- The Mexican government claims it acted within international law by granting asylum to Chavez.
- Peru and Mexico have severed diplomatic ties as a result of this dispute.
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