US pledges $1bn support to Colombia as Trump-backed president sworn in

The US has pledged $1 billion in support to Colombia as the country's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, was sworn into office. De la Espriella, who has received backing from former US President Donald Trump, vowed to wage an "all-out war" on narco-terrorism in his inaugural address. The new president's promise signals a tough stance on the issue, which has long plagued Colombia. The US support package is expected to aid Colombia's efforts to combat organized crime and drug trafficking.

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