Various business and political sectors reacted to the Colombian presidential runoff results by congratulating president-elect Abelardo De la Espriella.
The American Colombian Chamber and the ANDI sent congratulatory messages to the president-elect and Vice President-elect José Manuel Restrepo. Both organizations highlighted the transparency of the electoral process and called for strengthening national unity and governability.
Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán and former President Juan Manuel Santos expressed confidence that De la Espriella will act as president for all Colombians. Galán offered to work hand in hand with the new government on city projects.
International figures such as Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa and Argentine leader Javier Milei also congratulated the winner. Noboa emphasized regional cooperation on security while Milei celebrated the advance of freedom ideas in the region.
