August 8, 2026 7:22 am
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US State Department officials announced late Friday an intention to work with Congress to approve a `$1 billion assistance package for Colombia, as the new right-wing president there took office.
“As a cornerstone of this renewed partnership, the United States, working with Congress, intends to announce $1 billion in assistance as part of a security package to support President (Abdelardo) de la Espriella’s administration in achieving our shared goals,” the statement said. Related News Group seeks protection of Nigerians in South Africa Money laundering: US-based Nigerian jailed seven years Nominate Duke-Abiola for UN Secretary-General, group tells FG
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