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Colombia President-Elect Plans Major Diplomatic Overhaul and Cost Reductions

Abelardo de la Espriella announces plans to close embassies, cut ties with Havana and Managua, and shut multiple consulates to reduce costs.

By 27 Jul 2026 · 15:30 CET Updated 27 Jul 2026 · 15:30 CET

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According to Euronews, Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has announced plans for a significant diplomatic overhaul that includes closing embassies in three European countries. De la Espriella stated that he will also cut diplomatic ties with Havana and Managua, alongside shutting 14 embassies and 15 consulates in total. The stated aims of these measures are to reduce costs and bolster security. The president-elect is scheduled to be sworn in on 7 August in Cali.

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