Peru is beginning steps to join the United States-backed “Shield of the Americas” security initiative, Peru’s foreign minister says. The announcement comes days after Keiko Fujimori takes office as president. According to the foreign minister, Peru has initiated the process to participate in the regional effort championed by U.S. President Donald Trump and described as focused on anti-cartel and broader security cooperation among countries.
Both reports describe the initiative as bringing together multiple Latin American governments that align closely with U.S. positions. They also cite other participating states mentioned in connection with the initiative, including Argentina and Ecuador. The announcements indicate Peru’s intention to coordinate with the group and move through the required steps to formalize membership.
The sources do not provide further details on timing, specific commitments, or the operational structure of Peru’s planned participation. They also do not outline any immediate domestic policy changes in Peru tied to the initiative.
