Colombia’s National Electoral Council (CNE) has officially declared right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella the winner of the presidential election held on June 21st. The announcement confirms Espriella as the country’s president-elect. Details regarding the vote count leading to Espriella’s victory were not immediately released with the announcement. This outcome marks a significant shift in Colombia’s political landscape, potentially signaling a move towards conservative policies. The CNE’s declaration follows a period of vote tabulation and verification. Further information regarding the transition of power and Espriella’s planned agenda is expected in the coming days. This concludes the official process of determining the next leader of Colombia.