During his presentation, the high-ranking official indicated that, pursuant to the Political Constitution, it is the President of the Republic's responsibility to direct the country's foreign policy and international relations.
In this context, he said foreign policy must respond to the main needs of Peruvians and contribute to addressing issues such as citizen insecurity and the advance of organized crime.
The Cabinet member explained that Peru's incorporation into the Shield of the Americas serves national interests and seeks to harness international cooperation platforms where there are shared objectives, particularly in the area of security.
"This is not about adopting another State's priorities, but about harnessing those spaces where our interests converge and can translate into tangible results for our citizens," Espa stated.
Regarding the legal nature of this incorporation, he specified that it was not formalized through an international treaty and does not, for the time being, entail the assumption of binding obligations between States.
He explained that this is a high-level political announcement and that any specific actions that may eventually be developed will have to be determined later, including the participation of the authorities and sectors involved, as well as the appropriate legal instruments.
From an operational standpoint, the minister said one of Peru's main interests is to have agile mechanisms to identify criminal organizations and strengthen international cooperation in the fight against organized crime.
Publicado: 17/9/2026