US promises $1bn in security aid to Colombia as new rightwing president pledges drugs crackdown
Summary
The Trump administration will provide $1 billion in security aid to Colombia’s new rightwing president, Abelardo De La Espriella, who promised to crack down on drug trafficking and armed groups. De La Espriella aims to reduce government size and revive the oil and gas sector while targeting illegal coca crops with aerial herbicides.Key Facts
- The US announced $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia under President Trump’s administration.
- Abelardo De La Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president after winning the June runoff election.
- De La Espriella pledged to fight drug trafficking and armed groups, saying peace talks are over.
- He plans to reduce the size of the government by up to 40% and boost the oil and gas industry.
- The president supports using aerial herbicides to destroy coca plants without harming people or the environment.
- Colombia will join the Shield of the Americas program, started by President Trump.
- De La Espriella has received endorsements and held talks with regional leaders and US officials.
- Opposition figures have not accepted his victory and plan peaceful protests to defend democracy.
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