Bipartisan U.S. Congressional Delegation Visits Colombia for Security and Technology Discussions

Ambassador María Consuelo Araújo joined a bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation led by House Homeland Security Committee Chair Andrew Garbarino during its visit to Colombia.

The delegation included Representatives Dave Joyce, Buddy Carter, Mark Alford, Julie Johnson and Lou Correa.

As part of its security agenda, the delegation met with the Colombian National Police to discuss countering transnational organised crime, strengthening operational capabilities and advancing Colombia’s proposals for enhanced security and defence cooperation with the United States.

The congressional representatives also met with Vice President José Manuel Restrepo, Minister of Information and Communications Technologies Alexandra Falla and Vice Minister of Defence General Ruddy Arias for discussions on shared security priorities, technology and strategic capabilities.

The visit provided an opportunity for continued bipartisan engagement on issues central to the Colombia–United States relationship.