Colombia’s incoming government has requested the Foreign Ministry suspend all new diplomatic appointments. The request comes from Vice President-elect José Manuel Restrepo, who is overseeing the transition process. Restrepo expressed concern that the outgoing administration may be attempting to place loyalists in diplomatic positions on a provisional basis. This practice, he warned, circumvents standard appointment procedures and could complicate the work of the new government. The move signals a desire for control over foreign policy and staffing decisions. Restrepo’s team is closely monitoring the transition to prevent last-minute actions by the outgoing officials. The incoming administration aims for a smooth transfer of power and accountability in personnel changes.