Colombia’s ‘El Tigre’ aims to mimic rightwing firebrands Milei and Bukele

Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, nicknamed 'El Tigre,' plans bold reforms by aiming to drastically reduce state spending and constructing large-scale prisons in the Amazon. His approach mirrors the controversial policies of right-wing leaders like Argentina's Javier Milei and El Salvador's Nayib Bukele. This aggressive strategy signals a significant shift in Colombia’s political landscape, raising questions about the implications for public services and indigenous communities in the Amazon. It's a move that could redefine governance and public safety in the country.