After the Presidential Elections in Colombia, the Emergence of "a New Latin American Right Completely Disinhibited"
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The Colombian markets and economic sectors reacted cautiously this Monday to the election of Abelardo de la Espriella as president for the period 2026-2030, although they warned that he will have to face great challenges after taking office on August 7. In the exchange market, the dollar continued with the downward trend of the last weeks and opened today to 3,389.50 pesos, with a 2% decrease regarding the closing of Friday.
With the election of Abelardo de la Espriella this Sunday, June 21, Colombia is the last Latin American country to switch to the far right, after years of progressive governments, marked on the left on the continent. Political scientist Gaspard Estrada explains the reasons for such a reversal.
The domino effect that took hold in South America. Why is the right sweeping at the polls? It is the question of the specialists.
Colombia is shifting to the right. Nationalist Abelardo De La Espriella has won the presidential election, succeeding left-wing president Gustavo Petro. His victory fits into a broader political shift in Latin America. In an increasing number of countries, voters are choosing right-wing leaders who promise lower taxes, more order, and a tough crackdown on crime.
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