Rubio kicks off tour in Latin America as US vies for regional influence

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a Latin America tour focused on strengthening ties with pro-US leaders across the continent, starting with Colombia. This visit follows right-wing electoral victories and aims to increase US influence in the region.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday arrived in Colombia following the recent election of hard-right lawyer and US ally President Abelardo de la Espriella, and a string of right-wing electoral victories across Latin America. Colombia is the first stop on a tour designed to bolster pro-US leaders and cement influence over the continent.