Colombia Agrees to U.S. Deportation Terms Following Trump Tariff Threats
The Colombian government has confirmed that an agreement has been reached with the United States regarding the deportation of illegal migrants from U.S. territory back to Colombia, following days of diplomatic tensions and economic pressure from the Trump administration.
According to Colombia’s Foreign Ministry, Foreign Minister Luis Gilberto Murillo and Ambassador Daniel García-Peña are set to travel to Washington, D.C., in the coming hours for high-level discussions to finalize the agreement.
White House Statement:
The Biden administration has confirmed the deal, stating that Colombia has agreed to the “unrestricted acceptance” of illegal migrants deported from the United States. The statement also clarified that the U.S. visa restrictions imposed on Colombian officials will remain in place until the first deportation flights successfully land in Bogotá. Additionally, economic sanctions drafted by the Trump administration will be “held in reserve,” should Colombia fail to comply with the agreed-upon terms.
President Petro’s Response:
Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially reposted the White House announcement on social media but later removed it, sparking speculation about potential political backlash within Colombia over his government’s concession to U.S. demands.
Background and Diplomatic Fallout:
The agreement follows a dramatic escalation earlier this week when Colombia denied entry to two U.S. Air Force flights carrying deported migrants, prompting President Trump to impose immediate 25% tariffs on Colombian imports and threaten further sanctions. The rapid shift in Colombia’s stance indicates the effectiveness of U.S. pressure in influencing Petro’s policies.
Next Steps:
Colombia is expected to begin accepting deportees in the coming days, with further bilateral discussions set to outline the logistics of ongoing deportation flights. The Trump administration has emphasized that it will closely monitor compliance to avoid further punitive actions.
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