Abelardo de la Espriella signs record number of extraditions in Colombia

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has signed 142 extradition orders during his first 90 days in office. This figure includes 11 new extraditions signed on October 23, 2026, which the government has characterized as a record.

The administration has prioritized security as a central pillar of its mandate, focusing on combating the expansion of illegal armed groups and organized crime. De la Espriella has maintained a hardline stance, stating that members of criminal structures must either submit to justice or face the consequences of their actions. Extradition has become a primary tool in this strategy to facilitate international judicial cooperation and combat impunity.