U.S. urges Colombia to scrap President Petro’s planned meeting with New York Mayor Mamdani

The U.S. State Department revoked Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visa in 2023. The revocation followed his participation in a pro‑Palestinian rally in Manhattan. Petro had been scheduled to travel to the United States later this year. His itinerary included a forum hosted by New York Mayor Mamdani. U.S. officials have now asked the Colombian government to cancel that meeting. The request reflects concerns over Petro’s recent political activities. Colombia must decide whether to proceed with the forum or heed the U.S. warning. The outcome could affect diplomatic ties between Washington and Bogotá.