Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president Friday, marking the start of a conservative government that promises a sharp break with Gustavo Petro ’s leftist administration as concern...

Colombia's new president will be sworn into office Friday amid tight security measures aimed at preventing protests and potential attacks by rebel groups.

Practical opportunities to deepen cooperation across a range of fields were discussed with the intent to translate the renewed diplomatic relationship into concrete partnerships.