Colombia’s Petro Is Under Pressure to Deliver Halfway Through His Term
By
Ricardo Ávila
The president is pursuing signature reforms as time runs short and problems mount.
BOGOTÁ—President Gustavo Petro is days away from marking the halfway point of his four-year term, and he is already acting like time is running out to fulfill his ambitious agenda. With the clock ticking and fiscal and security concerns mounting as the 2026 electoral season approaches, Petro is seeking major reforms while facing a strained relationship with Congress and a 26% approval rating. With an economy that is growing below average, the government faces high expectations and a restricted fiscal scenario. Petro opened a new legislative session on July 20, and with a conciliatory...
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