Publication
23 Apr 2010
This report reviews US aid to Colombia in the context of the drug conflicts and democratization processes. It begins with an overview of developments from 2008-2010. The authors describe the political situation, including human rights violations by Colombian security forces, global drug trends, and Colombia's role in maintaining regional security. They discuss major pending issues for discussion, including Plan Colombia, paramilitary demobilization, human rights issues and the US Colombia free trade agreement.
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Author | June S Beittel |
Series | US Congressional Research Service Reports |
Publisher | Congressional Research Service (CRS) |