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Aerial view of high-rise buildings in Bogota, Colombia.

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Forge a strong democracy

By Alejandro Eder

The US-Colombia alliance has achieved seemingly impossible feats over decades of close collaboration. Ensuring Colombia becomes a fully developed liberal democracy is the next step.

Colombia Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Learn from a democratic culture

By Kevin Whitaker

For decades, Colombia, through adversity and prosperity, has counted on one undeniable truth: the strength of its democracy.

Colombia Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Commit to democracy

By Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky

Through our security cooperation, counter-narcotics efforts, promotion of civil society, and environmental initiatives, we are supporting a strong foundation for democracy and the rule of law to flourish in Colombia.

Colombia Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Invest in diversity and inclusion

By Gregory W. Meeks

Without the participation of Afro-Colombians, Indigenous communities, and women, it is unlikely we will achieve lasting peace and stability in Colombia and meet our global climate goals. Those in power— including Congress—must make the systemic change needed for these groups to be part of the solution.

Colombia Human Rights

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Recognize the high stakes

By Michael T. McCaul

The achievements of the US-Colombia relationship have laid the foundation for what must be a new era of increased, deepened collaboration to confront new and emerging threats.

Colombia Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Adapt intelligence capabilities for new threats

By Kiron K. Skinner and David R. Shedd

Colombia continues to grapple with internal security challenges years after the peace agreement. The United States should continue to work with Colombia to address evolving security threats.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Think broader to advance security

By Juan Carlos Pinzón

Advancing the US-Colombia security relationship through innovation is in the best interest of both countries. A stronger Colombia can spur democracy and freedom in the Western Hemisphere, while a weaker Colombia opens the door to regional violence and instability. Colombia cannot fall or fail.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Ensure a whole-of-government approach

By Rebecca Bill Chavez

Despite the great potential to achieve long-term peace throughout Colombia, without a well-funded whole-of- government approach focused on social recovery of territory, these efforts run the risk of not living up to their promise and that of the 2016 peace accord.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Invest in our military relationship

By Craig Faller

Hemispheric and global security benefit from the Colombian military’s highly skilled forces and the US-Colombia security partnership. We should build on the fundamental strengths of the US-Colombia military relationship and prioritize areas for our militaries to further enhance the relationship in the ever-changing global security environment.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Prioritize comprehensive security assistance

By David H. Petraeus

There is no country better positioned to stand by Colombia than the United States, just as there is no country in South America whose partnership is more valuable to the United States. It is time for the United States to translate that reality into coherent, comprehensive, and committed action.

Colombia Conflict
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