Episode
What Colombias new president means for the fight against drugs
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- INSIGHT TODAY
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- Jun 26, 2026
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- 483
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Summary
Gustavo Petro when he first became president in 2022, his election marked a significant shift in Colombia's approach to drug policy. Instead of emphasizing eradication and military operations alone, Petro argued that the decades-long "war on drugs" had largely failed to reduce cocaine production or consumption while contributing to violence and environmental damage. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/insight-today--6633039/support . Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates news everyday.