The transition from the Gustavo Petro administration to that of Abelardo de la Espriella marks a redefinition of Colombia’s development model. This analysis explores the diplomatic shift toward the U.S. and Israel, the move away from multilateral agendas, and the democratic implications of the reconfiguration of Latin America.

Abelardo de la Espriella's victory marks a change of course in Colombia. We analyze how his administration may redefine foreign policy, multilateralism, and democratic balances in Latin America in the face of human rights challenges.

If left unanswered, it will set a precedent that will go beyond the ICC itself: that any country with sufficient power can threaten the institutions and individuals responsible for enforcing international law.