AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSecurity Crackdown in Focus: Colombia’s new president Abelardo de la Espriella faced an immediate test as two bombings hit on his first day in office—an attack on a Pan-American Highway toll plaza near Cali blamed on FARC dissidents, and a drone strike that killed an officer in Cesar—prompting vows of “no refuge” and a tougher stance against armed groups. U.S.-Colombia Security Push: The U.S. State Department said it will seek $1 billion in security assistance for De la Espriella’s government, targeting organized crime, money laundering, coca eradication/interdiction, and expanded State presence in conflict regions. Diplomatic Signals: The UAE’s Reem Al Hashimy attended the inauguration, highlighting plans to deepen cooperation in energy, investment, and other sectors as the countries mark 50 years of ties in 2026. Regional Context: Colombia also announced a shift recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, a move framed as a “new beginning” for bilateral relations.
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