The Latest Breaking News from De la Espriella

Colombia seeks IMF financing as government grapples with fiscal crisis: Report

Colombia's government is engaging with the International Monetary Fund to secure financial assistance amid ongoing fiscal challenges. President Abelardo De La Espriella has directed his economic team to pursue potential agreements beneficial to the nation's finances. The country is exhibiting increased borrowing in response to a widening fiscal deficit this…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Colombia's new US-backed government cuts ties with Iran

Colombia has cut diplomatic ties with Iran, aligning with the US and its allies in Latin America. The decision was made by President Abelardo de la Espriella, who took office in August 2026. Officials accused Iran of connections to terrorist groups that threaten national security in Colombia after taking office.…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Colombia’s cocaine-funded militias turn to drones as far-right president launches all-out war

IN FOCUS: Caught in the crossfire of an increasingly violent internal war are the civilians living around Colombia’s primary cocaine trafficking routes in northern and western areas of the country. Alex Croft reports

The Independent UK · Sep 13

Rubio promises security cooperation to Colombia's new president

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Colombia's new president, Abelardo De La Espriella. They discussed enhancing security cooperation against drug trafficking and improving economic ties. Colombia seeks US assistance with aircraft, radar, and anti-money-laundering tools. Rubio also plans visits to Ecuador and Peru to meet aligned leaders. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Colombia's New President Sat Down With Rubio. Here's What's Actually On The Table.

Colombia's president pressed Rubio on tariffs, earthquake aid and security ties Sept. 8 in Barranquilla. Here's what's confirmed versus still unresolved.

Latin Times · Sep 8

Rubio kicks off tour in Latin America as US vies for regional influence

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday arrived in Colombia following the recent election of hard-right lawyer and US ally President Abelardo de la Espriella, and a string of right-wing electoral victories across Latin America. Colombia is the first stop on a tour designed to bolster pro-US leaders…

France 24 · Sep 8

Colombia president provokes disgust by posing with bodies of ‘terrorists’

Abelardo De La Espriella posts video of himself with rows of body bags as performative populism continues to sweep Americas

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4

Colombia's New President Faces His First Real Crisis: Keeping the Lights On

A senator wants Colombia to declare an energy emergency as an intense El Niño drought threatens the hydropower grid, testing new President De la Espriella.

Latin Times · Sep 3

Colombia's De la Espriella Deepens Ties With Washington as Focus Shifts to Pacific Drug Routes and Ecuador Border

Colombia and the U.S. expand military cooperation under President De la Espriella, targeting Pacific cartel routes, border security, and FARC dissidents.

Latin Times · Sep 2

De la Espriella Closes Three Peace Tables, Opens New Fronts Against Extortion and Corruption

De la Espriella closed three Petro-era peace tables, launched anti-extortion and anti-corruption units, and gave an earthquake recovery update.

Latin Times · Aug 31