Peru: FA Ministry fosters agenda to combat transnational organized crime

Photo: U.S. Department of State

Photo: U.S. Department of State

16:00 | Lima, Dec. 10.

In its second month of administration, the Government of Transition and National Reconciliation fostered a foreign agenda focused on regional security and the defense of the country's interests.

Foreign Affairs Minister Hugo de Zela presented Peru's proposal to the Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council to ensure that the right to diplomatic asylum is granted in strict accordance with international law, preventing it from being used as a means of impunity for individuals charged with common crimes.

This initiative strengthens the transparency of the Inter-American system and contributes to regional security.


Likewise, the Secretary of State agreed to make an official visit to Peru during the first quarter of next year.

Operationally, Peru launched the Joint Control Unit at the Chancay Port, a key tool for detecting and intercepting illicit shipments attempting to enter international supply chains.

As part of the UNODC Global Container Control Programme, this tool provides a direct boost to port security and the fight against illicit drug trafficking.

Furthermore, Peru and Chile established the Binational Committee for Migration Cooperation to take immediate action against the irregular crossing of people at the border.

Within this framework, consular and migration authorities from both countries met in Tacna, southern Peru, to review proposals aimed at ensuring regular, orderly, and safe migration, prioritizing the protection of border communities.

The outcomes of this meeting will be submitted to both countries' Foreign Affairs Ministries.

Peru also held coordination talks with Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Canada, and El Salvador to advance agreements on security and defense, combat drug trafficking and organized crime, and promote customs cooperation, thereby expanding the international network against transnational threats.

On the multilateral front, the South American country was re-elected as a member of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 term and elected as a member of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, reaffirming international trust in Peru's participation.

Moreover, as part of the transitional government's policy of reaching out to all Peruvians, the Foreign Affairs  Ministry conducted inspection visits to regional development initiatives in Tumbes, Cajamarca, Ancash, Piura, and Tacna.

Lastly, it announced the upcoming opening of a new decentralized office in Ancash, which will bring consular services closer to the citizenry.

(END) NDP/RMCH/CVC/MVB

Published: 12/10/2025