Colombia’s incoming government, led by President-elect Gustavo Petro, is signaling early engagement with the United States. Designate Alfredo Flórez Restrepo met with Florida Senator Marco Rubio, indicating a potential outreach to key US political figures. This meeting occurred as the transition team, led by Abelardo de la Esperanza, continues its work. Simultaneously, the new administration announced Alejandra Falla Zerrate as the Minister of Information Technologies and Communications (TIC). This dual move suggests a strategy of both domestic appointments and proactive international diplomacy. The selection of Falla Zerrate aims to modernize Colombia’s technological infrastructure. Details of the Restrepo-Rubio discussions have not been released but highlight the importance of maintaining strong US-Colombia relations during the transition.