Following election results, Colombia’s Ministry of Defense has warned of potential protests, prompting a precautionary response from businesses in several major cities. Stores in Bogotá, Barranquilla, and Cali have been observed boarding up windows and reinforcing facades in anticipation of possible demonstrations. This preventative measure aims to protect property from potential damage should protests materialize. The alert from the Ministry of Defense suggests concerns about public reaction to the outcome of the election. Authorities have not specified the nature or scale of anticipated demonstrations. The situation remains fluid, with businesses prioritizing security as they await further developments. La Silla Vacía first reported on the increasing security measures.