Colombia agrees to deportation flights after Trump’s Tariff threats
Colombia backed down from a potential trade war with the U.S. after President Trump threatened tariffs and visa restrictions for rejecting U.S. military planes carrying deported migrants.
President Gustavo Petro initially responded with retaliatory tariffs and refused to accept migrants unless they were treated with dignity and respect. However, the government later agreed to Trump’s demands.
Colombian Foreign Minister Luis Gilberto Murillo announced they had resolved the issue and would accept deported citizens. The White House confirmed Colombia agreed to all conditions, allowing unrestricted migrant returns without delay.
Earlier, U.S. President Trump stated that he would impose a 25% tariff on Colombian imports after Colombia refused to accept deportation flights. He warned that tariffs could increase to 50% and announced visa bans for Colombian officials.
Trump stated that Colombian government members, their families, and supporters would face visa sanctions. He also ordered stricter customs checks for Colombians entering the U.S., citing national security concerns over Colombia’s refusal to accept the flights.
Refugee groups report Colombia accepted over 470 U.S. deportation flights since 2020, ranking fifth in Latin America. The recent refusal signals a shift in Colombia’s immigration stance, escalating tensions with the U.S.
The U.S. continues its aggressive deportation policies under Trump’s immigration agenda. Military resources are being used to enforce border security and deportation efforts, with strict consequences for non-compliant countries like Colombia.
The agreement marks a significant shift in Colombia’s stance under U.S. pressure, highlighting the challenges smaller nations face when dealing with American immigration policies and economic leverage.
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