This is how the political establishment reacted to the appointment of María Consuelo Araújo as the new Colombian ambassador to the U.S.

The government of Abelardo de la Espriella has appointed María Consuelo Araújo as the new Ambassador of Colombia to the United States. The announcement was made public on Monday, August 17, as the administration continues to finalize its cabinet appointments.

The appointment coincides with a period of national focus on the aftermath of a recent earthquake that affected Colombia. The political sector has begun responding to the nomination as the government balances emergency response efforts with the ongoing formation of its diplomatic team.