VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-08
“As a cornerstone of this renewed partnership, the United States, working with Congress, intends to announce $1 billion in assistance as part of a security package to support President de la Espriella’s Administration in achieving our shared goals,”
US State Department · said 2026-08-07 · reported 2026-08-08
The State Department announced plans for $1 billion in security assistance to de la Espriella's administration pending congressional approval.
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