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Tariff Tango: Trump and Colombia Dance in a Diplomatic Duel!

Bilateral Relations - Colombia - Deportation Flights - Donald Trump - Gustavo Petro - Immigration - US Tariffs - US Trade Policy

Can tariffs save the day? Discover the amusing back-and-forth between Trump and Colombia over deportation flights!

Tensions have escalated between the United States and Colombia as former President Donald Trump retaliated against Colombia for turning away military planes meant to deport migrants. Recently, Colombian President Gustavo Petro decided to block these US aircraft, which resulted in Trump ordering a hefty 25% emergency tariff on all Colombian imports. This unexpected move marks a significant shift in trade relations that could potentially rock the Colombian economy, known for its vast coffee exports and flower industry. Trump’s message was clear: comply or face the consequences.

As the tariff drama unfolded, the Colombian government did not take the news lying down. Echoing a mix of defiance and negotiation, President Petro was quick to respond, even threatening to impose his own 50% tariff on US goods in retaliation. Both leaders seemed to engage in a high-stakes negotiation dance reminiscent of a tango, with each side trying to outmaneuver the other while keeping the situation from escalating into a full-blown trade war. The political maneuvering hits close to home, especially for the many Colombian families affected by the immigration issues at hand.

Interestingly, the tension seemed to dissipate when the Biden administration intervened, and Colombia eventually agreed to accept the deportation flights under certain conditions, advocating for the dignity of migrants. The situation showcases the delicate balance of US-Colombia relations, emphasizing that diplomacy can still flourish amid rhetoric. It also reveals how interconnected issues like immigration and trade can impact international relations, especially between allies.

In the end, both leaders recognized the importance of cooperation. As a fun twist, did you know that Colombia is not only known for its coffee but also has an impressive array of biodiversity, with over 1,800 species of birds? On the other hand, Trump’s sprinkle of tariff threats might just be another chapter in the colorful and often chaotic story of US-Latin America relations, reminding us that sometimes the best way to settle a dispute is not to escalate tariffs but instead to share a good cup of Colombian coffee!

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Trump slaps tariffs, tariff bans on Colombia after it turns away ... (The Straits Times)

Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticised the US for treating migrants like criminals. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Colombia as deported migrant flights ... (BBC News)

It comes after Colombian President Gustavo Petro denied entry to US military planes carrying deported migrants.

President Trump Threatens Tariffs and Sanctions Against Colombia ... (Sanctions & Export Controls Update -)

The measures President Trump announced are as follows: Emergency tariffs: A 25% tariff on all Colombian imports to the United States, which would escalate to 50 ...

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Trump, Colombia wage tariff war amid US immigration row (The Business Times)

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump on Sunday ordered sweeping tariffs and sanctions against Colombia in retaliation for its refusal to accept deportation flights, ...

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Trump issuing 'emergency 25% tariffs' against Colombia after ... (CNN)

President Donald Trump on Sunday announced retaliatory tariffs on Colombia after its president blocked US military deportation flights from landing, ...

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US, Colombia wage tariff war after Petro blocks Trump's deportation ... (Aljazeera.com)

Colombian leader says Bogota will refuse US deportation flights until migrants are guaranteed 'dignified treatment'.

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Trump imposes tariffs, sanctions on Colombia after it refuses ... (Reuters)

Colombia, the third largest U.S. trading partner in Latin America, swiftly responded, with leftist President Gustavo Petro first threatening a 50% tariff on ...

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White House says Colombia backs down on migrant row (CNA)

WASHINGTON: The White House said Sunday (Jan 26) that Colombia backed down and agreed to accept repatriated citizens on military flights, after President ...

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US pauses tariffs on Colombia after deal on deportations (Financial Times)

The announcement appeared to head off a trade war between the two allies after Colombia denied entry to two US military aircraft carrying deportees on Sunday.

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Colombia lifts ban on deportation flights after Trump tariff threat (The Guardian)

US president had called for 'retaliatory measures' after Colombia's president, Gustavo Petro, blocked two military aircraft carrying deportees.

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US suspends tariffs after Colombia agrees to deportation flights (BBC News)

Hours earlier, President Trump had announced 25% tariffs on all Colombian goods.

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White House says Colombia agrees to take deported migrants after ... (NPR)

The Colombian government late Sunday said it considered as "overcome" the episode with the Trump administration and Petro reposted the statement from the White ...

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White House backs off on tariffs on Colombia after agreement on ... (CNN International)

“Colombian President Petro had authorized flights and provided all needed authorizations and then canceled his authorization when the planes were in the air. As ...

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After forcing Colombia to back down, White House claims America is ... (CNN)

President Donald Trump speaks about the economy during an event in Las Vegas on January 25, 2025. Mark Schiefelbein/AP. CNN —.

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Colombia caves on deportations after Trump's tariff threats (The Straits Times)

Colombian President Gustavo Petro had infuriated Mr Donald Trump by refusing to accept military planes of. A White House statement said Colombia has agreed to “ ...

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Co-operate or else: Trump's Colombia face-off is warning for all ... (BBC News)

Less than a week into his presidency, Donald Trump has briefly engaged in his first international tariff dispute. And the target wasn't China, Mexico or ...

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White House says Colombia agrees to take back illegal migrants (The Straits Times)

WASHINGTON - The White House said on Jan 26 that Colombia has backed down and agreed to accept repatriated citizens on military flights, after President ...

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Trump spotlight: A clash with Colombia and what lies ahead on ... (Aljazeera.com)

The crisis erupted when Colombian President Gustavo Petro earlier on Sunday had blocked US military cargo planes carrying undocumented migrants from landing.

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How Trump coerced Colombia to accept deportees by threatening ... (Aljazeera.com)

US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on imports from Colombia after Bogota initially refused deportation flights. An employee cuts flowers inside a ...

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Colombia avoids trade war with US as business community, citizens ... (Reuters)

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro averted an economic disaster at the 11th hour after diplomats from his government and the U.S. reached a deal on ...

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Colombia avoids trade war with US as business community, citizens ... (The Straits Times)

BOGOTA/WASHINGTON - Colombia's President Gustavo Petro averted an economic disaster at the 11th hour after diplomats from his government and the U.S. ...

Colombia agrees to take deported migrants after Trump threatens ... (NPR)

A war of words and threats of tariffs brought Colombia and the U.S. to the brink of a trade war, after the Latin American ally initially said it would not ...

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Hundreds of US visa appointments canceled in Colombia following ... (The Associated Press)

Visa appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Colombia have been canceled following a dispute between President Donald Trump and his Colombian counterpart ...

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Chinese envoy to Colombia promotes bilateral ties as Bogotá ... (South China Morning Post)

As US President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro spar over deportations, Beijing's ambassador underscores good relations.

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Hundreds of US visa appointments canceled in Colombia following ... (Voice of America)

A woman reads a notification about canceling her visa appointment due to Colombian President Gustavo Petro's refusal to accept repatriation flights for ...

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Colombia avoids trade war with US as business community, citizens ... (The Straits Times)

US President Donald Trump had threatened to punish Colombia for refusing to accept military flights carrying deportees. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Public spat with Colombia could be sign of Trump's Latin America ... (PBS NewsHour)

The U.S. embassy in Bogota canceled appointments for Colombians hoping to get visas to enter the United States. The move was the Trump administration's ...

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World Bank Warns Colombian Staff Against U.S. Travel After Trump ... (The New York Times)

Several Colombians whose visas were revoked were World Bank employees traveling in the United States at the time. They were deported.

US and Colombian Governments Reach Agreement and Put Tariffs ... (Sanctions & Export Controls Update -)

Based on this agreement, the “emergency” tariffs and sanctions President Trump threatened will be held in reserve unless Colombia fails to honor this agreement, ...

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Donald Trump's tariff threat on Colombia: What will it mean for ... (Livemint)

Just in time for Valentine's Day, trade dispute with Colombia threatens flower imports.

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World Bank warns its Colombian employees to skip US travel (Reuters)

The World Bank on Monday warned its Colombian employees against traveling to or from the United States after three staff members were affected by visa ...

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Latin American leaders are learning how to handle Trump ... (CNN)

A simmering diplomatic stand-off over deportation flights spilled onto social media Sunday, threatening the once close relationship between the US and ...

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Spat over deportation flights leads U.S. to cancel hundreds of visa ... (PBS NewsHour)

Dozens of Colombians arrived at the U.S. Embassy in Bogota and were handed letters by local staff that said their appointments had been canceled “due to the ...

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Colombia sends plane for migrants after Trump clash (Jakarta Post)

President Gustavo Petro on Sunday stepped back from the brink of a full-blown trade war with the United States after Trump threatened Colombia with sanctions ...

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Colombia sends air force planes to bring home migrants deported ... (Voice of America)

Colombia's president had refused US military flights carrying the migrants, setting of a dispute with US leader Trump.

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World Bank warns its Colombian employees to skip US travel (The Straits Times)

The bank's security team issued the guidance after two of its staff had their G4 visas revoked and were deported shortly after their arrival on flights to ...

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