On August 7, local time, Colombian President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in for a four-year term in Cali, the country's third-largest city. Abelardo de la Espriella, 47, is a Colombian lawyer, entrepreneur, and right-wing politician who has been active in public affairs for a long time. He previously advocated tough measures to crack down on crime and implement a free market economy policy during his election campaign.

On August 7, local time, Colombian President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in for a four-year term in Cali, the country's third-largest city. Abelardo de la Espriella, 47, is a Colombian lawyer, entrepreneur, and right-wing politician who has been active in public affairs for a long time. He previously advocated tough measures to crack down on crime and implement a free market economy policy during his election campaign.