US is yet to follow through on Trump promise to halt ‘all payments’ to Colombia as Rubio stresses importance of relationship
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US Aid to Colombia Continues Amid Political StrainsDespite sanctions on President Petro, over $210 million in US support persists, with key security collaborations ongoing in 2025.
- US assistance to Colombia remains active more than two weeks after President Trump vowed to halt all payments.
- Sanctions were imposed on President Gustavo Petro, but institutional cooperation between the two countries continues.
- A scheduled interagency meeting to discuss support was canceled and has not been rescheduled.
- Experts highlight the crucial role of integrated military efforts and intelligence sharing in combating drug trafficking.
The politics of Colombia are not actually reflected by the current president.— Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, commented on the relationship between the US and Colombia and the challenges under President Petro.
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