# Diplomatic appointments in South America

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/diplomatic-appointments-in-south-america
> Updated: 2026-09-07T13:50:32.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Colombia has appointed former Inspector General Alejandro Ordóñez as its ambassador to the Organization of American States (OAS). Formalized through Decree 1365, the appointment marks Ordóñez’s return to the role he previously held from 2018 to 2022. The move is described as a consolidation of conservative figures within the administration of President Abelardo de la Espriella.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Alejandro Ordóñez appointed as Colombia's ambassador to the OAS

Colombia has officially appointed former Inspector General Alejandro Ordóñez as ambassador to the OAS, a role he previously held from 2018 to 2022.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alejandro-ordez-appointed-as-colombias-ambassador-to-the-oas

### 2026-09-05: Peru announces new diplomatic appointments for OAS, UN, and Argentina

Peru has officially appointed new diplomats, including Aurelio Pastor to the OAS, Carlos Tubino to Argentina, and Carlos Pareja to the United Nations.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-announces-diplomatic-appointments-for-oas-and-us

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