Abelardo de la Espriella was inaugurated as the new President of Colombia Friday evening, following a summer election victory over left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda. De la Espriella received full backing from former US President Donald Trump during the campaign and is known to be a strong admirer of him. The 48-year-old president has already announced his intention to sever diplomatic ties with both Cuba and Nicaragua, signaling a significant shift in the country’s foreign policy. This move demonstrates a potential alignment with Trump’s policies in the region. The inauguration ceremony marks a new chapter for Colombia, with expectations of considerable change under De la Espriella’s leadership. His election results reflect a turn towards more conservative policies within the country.