Colombian Senate authorizes Petro to leave the country for one year

The Senate of Colombia has authorized former president Gustavo Petro (serving from 2022 to 2026) to leave the country for a period of one year. The decision was reached on Wednesday following a vigorous debate among lawmakers representing both supporters and opponents of granting the travel permission.

The measure ultimately passed by a wide margin, securing 73 votes in favor and 11 votes against within the legislative body. The provided texts do not disclose the specific destination or the stated purpose of the former president's planned year-long absence from the country.