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PoliticsDe La Espriella to take office as Colombia president on security crackdown pledges

Right-wing lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella is due to be sworn in as Colombia’s new president on Friday. He has pledged to take a hard line on security, drug trafficking and the economy. His inauguration will mark the start of his administration, with tougher security measures among its central promises.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-08-07 11:25Original

De La Espriella to take office as Colombia president on security crackdown pledges
De La Espriella to take office as Colombia president on security crackdown pledgesPolitics