President Abelardo

Abelardo de la Espriella Appoints Carlos Caicedo Páez as Protection Chief

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Michael and Tyler Schneble

President Abelardo de la Espriella took office, appointing Carlos Caicedo Páez as his chief presidential protection officer as the new administration rolls out comprehensive urban security strategies following threats and regional challenges. Inauguration Ceremony Abelardo de la Espriella assumed the Presidency of Colombia after taking the oath of office during the inauguration ceremony. Now as … Read more

Whisper in rubble leads to baby rescue after Colombia earthquake

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Whisper in rubble leads to baby rescue after Colombia earthquake

Following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia on Monday, search and rescue operations entered their third day on Wednesday. The disaster has killed over 200 people, and severely tested the government of President Abelardo de la Espriella as international aid begins to arrive. The powerful tremor struck Colombia’s coffee-growing region on Monday, triggering … Read more