Rubio Deepens Regional Security Cooperation With Colombia in Latin American Tour

Espriella said that Colombia wants to become a security partner with the United States to ensure regional stability.

Rubio Deepens Regional Security Cooperation With Colombia in Latin American Tour

TL;DR

  • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella on September 8th.
  • Washington intends to rebuild and deepen security cooperation with Colombia.
  • The U.S. views this cooperation as necessary because criminal networks in Colombia also affect the United States.
  • Colombian President Espriella stated that Colombia wishes to become a security partner with the United States to ensure regional stability.
  • Rubio is currently touring three Latin American countries aligned with the Trump administration.