The two countries were responsible for 52% of killings of environmental activists worldwide last year, according to Global Witness.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella's election as part of a broader regional shift toward Washington, opening a three-nation tour of allied Latin American countries.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Colombia, Ecuador and Peru as Washington looks to strengthen cooperation with right-wing governments in the region.
According to a report by Anadolu Agency, Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella has ordered the termination of the 'Total Peace' initiative, directing a return to military operations against armed groups.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Colombia on Tuesday to strengthen ties with regional allies.