Former Colombian Presidents Ernesto Samper and Juan Manuel Santos will not attend the inauguration of newly elected President Abelardo. Samper confirmed he did not receive an invitation, while reports indicate Santos was also excluded. Sources suggest the incoming president requested they be barred from the event. The reason for this decision remains unclear, but it signals a potential rift with past administrations. This move has sparked discussion regarding presidential courtesy and potential political motivations. The exclusion may foreshadow a shift in political direction under the new leadership. “La Silla Vacía” first reported the news, highlighting the unusual nature of denying invitations to former heads of state.