Colombia shifts right as de la Espriella assumes presidency with hardline security and economic pledges

New right-wing Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn into office on Friday, vowing in his inaugural address to launch a fierce crackdown on drug trafficking, end peace talks with armed groups, and implement strict austerity measures to restore economic confidence.   De la Espriella, 48, an ally of US President Donald Trump, is a political […] The post Colombia shifts right as de la Espriella assumes presidency with hardline security and economic pledges first appeared on…