# Abelardo de la Espriella administration in Colombia > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260910-abelardo-de-la-espriella-administration-in-colombia > Updated: 2026-09-10T23:14:18.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has established ‘Patria Milagro’ (Miracle Homeland) as his administration’s official motto. The rhetoric, which links his political project to divine intervention, has been used prominently during reconstruction efforts following a recent earthquake. Following the adoption of this motto, the administration has moved toward specific economic and regional development initiatives. Vice President José Manuel Restrepo is leading the ‘Economía Milagro’ project, which targets a growth rate of at least 6% through productivity and state modernization. To address earthquake damage and regional disparities, the government announced a ‘Plan Marshall’ for the Chocó department, featuring 14 measures for infrastructure and employment. Furthermore, the administration is drafting the 2026-2030 National Development Plan, prioritizing national security, private investment recovery, and the reconstruction of western Colombia. During his first month in office, President De La Espriella holds a 51.8% approval rating. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: Abelardo De La Espriella administration launches economic and regional development plans President Abelardo De La Espriella's administration has launched the ‘Economía Milagro’ growth plan and a ‘Plan Marshall’ for Chocó, focusing on infrastructure, investment, and regional reconstruction. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colombia-sets-6-economic-growth-target-under-new-plan ### 2026-09-05: Abelardo de la Espriella adopts ‘Patria Milagro’ as government motto President Abelardo de la Espriella has adopted ‘Patria Milagro’ as his government motto, using religious rhetoric to frame his administration's goals and earthquake reconstruction efforts in Colombia. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abelardo-de-la-espriella-adopts-patria-milagro-as-government-motto --- Cite as: Abelardo de la Espriella administration in Colombia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260910-abelardo-de-la-espriella-administration-in-colombia