Marco Rubio launches diplomatic tour in Latin America
The U.S. Secretary of State is set to visit Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to meet with conservative leaders and strengthen regional alliances, according to RFI.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio launched a tour of Latin America on Tuesday, September 7, according to RFI. The trip will take him successively to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
According to RFI, Marco Rubio is expected to meet with several conservative leaders in the region, some of whom were recently sworn into office just weeks ago. These officials reportedly share many positions defended by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The stated objective of this tour, RFI reports, is to strengthen existing alliances between the United States and these countries, particularly in the economic sphere and in the fight against drug trafficking.
RFI has not yet provided details on the specific agenda for meetings planned in each of the three countries being visited.
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