
Colombia agrees to accept deported migrants, averting potential U.S. sanctions and tariffs.
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At a Glance
- Colombia agrees to unrestricted acceptance of deported illegal aliens from the U.S.
- U.S. pauses threats of tariffs and sanctions following the agreement
- Visa sanctions remain until the first deportation flight is completed
- Agreement includes acceptance of deportees on U.S. military aircraft
- The accord prevents a potential trade war between the two nations
Colombia Agrees to U.S. Deportation Terms
In a significant shift in policy, the Colombian government has agreed to President Donald Trump’s terms regarding the deportation of illegal aliens from the United States. This decision comes after intense negotiations and threats of economic sanctions from the Trump administration.
The agreement includes the unrestricted acceptance of all deported Colombian migrants, even those arriving on U.S. military aircraft. This concession marks a notable change in Colombia’s stance, as President Gustavo Petro had initially refused to accept deportation flights.
White House confirms Colombia has agreed to all of Trump’s conditions, including accepting deportation flights. As a result, the U.S. will not impose sanctions or tariffs on Colombia, following the country's acceptance of deported migrants.
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U.S. Pauses Sanctions and Tariff Threats
In response to Colombia’s compliance, the United States has put on hold its prepared International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs and sanctions. These measures, which included potential 25% tariffs on Colombian goods, travel bans, and visa sanctions, will not be implemented as long as Colombia adheres to the agreement.
“The Colombian government “agreed to all” of President Donald Trump’s terms regarding the “unrestricted acceptance of all illegal aliens from Colombia” who are being deported from the United States,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
However, the State Department’s visa sanctions will remain in effect until the first successful deportation flight is completed. This cautious approach ensures Colombia’s full compliance with the terms of the agreement.
The accord has prevented a potential trade war between the two nations. Colombia, a significant trading partner for the U.S., benefits from a 2006 free trade agreement that facilitated $33.8 billion in trade in 2023. The threat of economic sanctions had raised concerns about the future of this crucial economic relationship.
“We have overcome the impasse with the U.S. government,” Colombian Foreign Minister Luis Gilberto Murillo said.
While the agreement resolves the immediate crisis, it also sets a precedent for U.S. immigration policy. President Trump has declared illegal immigration a national emergency and has taken measures to restrict immigration and citizenship. The use of U.S. military aircraft for deportation is unusual, with recent flights to Guatemala and a refusal from Mexico.