SUA promit 1 miliard de dolari Columbiei pentru securitate

The Trump administration plans to provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia's new right-wing president, Abelardo De La Espriella, who has vowed to combat drug trafficking and implement austerity measures. De La Espriella, who took office recently, aims to reduce the state and revitalize the oil and gas sector. He emphasized a strong stance against criminal gangs and narco-terrorists, stating that negotiations are no longer an option. The U.S. State Department confirmed the financial support as part of a renewed partnership. De La Espriella's election reflects a broader shift to the right in Latin America, driven by economic challenges and rising crime rates. His policies may face challenges in a divided Congress, but he intends to eradicate illicit crops using aerial herbicides. He has also engaged in bilateral meetings with various leaders before his inauguration.