U.S. and Colombia Avert Trade War Over Deportation Flights
A potential trade war between the United States and Colombia was averted after Colombia agreed to accept deportation flights of migrants from the U.S., following threats of punitive tariffs by former President Donald Trump. The dispute began when Colombian President Gustavo Petro initially barred two U.S. military planes carrying deported Colombian migrants from landing in the country, citing concerns over the treatment of migrants. Trump responded by threatening to impose 25% tariffs on all Colombian imports, which could escalate to 50% if Colombia did not comply within a week. He also announced visa restrictions and travel bans on Colombian officials.
Petro initially vowed to retaliate with similar tariffs on U.S. goods, but after negotiations, Colombia agreed to accept the deportation flights “without limitation or delay.” The White House hailed the agreement as a victory for Trump’s hardline immigration policies, emphasizing that the tariffs would remain “in reserve” as long as Colombia honored the deal. However, visa restrictions on Colombian officials and enhanced scrutiny of Colombian travelers to the U.S. will remain in place until the first deportation flight lands in Colombia.
The conflict highlighted tensions between the two nations, historically close allies in anti-narcotics efforts. Colombia is a significant trade partner for the U.S., with exports such as oil, coffee, and cut flowers totaling $53.5 billion in 2022. The resolution of the dispute underscores the broader implications of Trump’s immigration policies, which prioritize the deportation of undocumented migrants and the enforcement of international cooperation in accepting deported citizens.
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