Rubio visits Colombia to address China ties, minerals deal
By The BriefBrief
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Colombia to meet President Abelardo de la Espriella and discuss the country’s ties to China. The visit includes agreements on critical minerals and civil nuclear cooperation, and consideration of Colombia’s Belt and Road Initiative participation and Chinese investment in infrastructure.
WHO:US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
WHAT:Rubio met Colombia’s president and discussed China ties alongside signing/agreements on critical minerals and civil nuclear cooperation
WHEN:Sep 8, 2026
WHERE:Colombia
WHY:To meet President Abelardo de la Espriella and clarify Colombia’s ties to China while advancing agreements on critical minerals and civil nuclear cooperation.
