The US has pledged $1 billion in assistance to Colombia after Trump-backed Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president.

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The US has pledged $1 billion in assistance to Colombia after Trump-backed Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president. He promised an “all-out war” on narco-terrorism, a tougher military crackdown on armed groups, and closer security ties with the US and Israel. Washington said the package will support security, counter-organized crime and efforts to curb illegal immigration, while also seeking to strengthen trade and economic ties with Colombia. Source: BBC