Colombians head to polls as security and armed conflict dominate election debate

Voters in Colombia are going to the polls to elect a new president. The country’s internal armed conflict is expected to be a central issue in the election. The right wing has advocated for a military-led approach, while the left wing has supported a ‘total peace’ policy aimed at negotiating with armed groups and criminal networks. The election is taking place at a time when neighbouring countries are also being closely watched by the Trump administration.