Colombian President Petro reshuffles cabinet

Colombia’s interior minister resigns as cracks deepen in President Petro’s coalition
Colombia's interior minister has resigned as a political crisis shakes the government of President Gustavo Petro, following his decision to appoint a controversial politician as chief of staff.
Colombian President Petro reshuffles cabinet after environment minister resigns
BOGOTA (Reuters) -Colombian President Gustavo Petro has asked his cabinet members to resign ahead of a reshuffle, he said on Sunday, after the environment minister said she resigned in protest of a cabinet appointment.
Colombia government in crisis after president calls for cabinet resignation
BOGOTA: Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Sunday (Feb 9) called for his ministers and other senior officials to step down, as tensions soared in the government days after he lambasted his team on live television.
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Colombian President Petro asks cabinet members to resign
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has requested the resignation of his government's cabinet members, he said in a post on social media on Sunday. "There will be some changes in the cabinet to achieve a greater compliance with the program mandated by the people,
Colombia's Environment Minister Resigns, Stays on as COP16 Head
Colombia's Minister  of Environment and Sustainable Development Susana Muhamad holds a press conference during the COP29 United Nations climate change conference in Baku, Azerbaijan November 21, 2024.
Colombia’s Petro Says Cabinet Changes Due After Televised Spat
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said he requested the resignation of his ministers following a chaotic televised cabinet meeting last week that ended in tears and recriminations, and has already resulted in three officials quitting.
Colombian President tells cabinet to resign in major shake-up
He says this will help his government better follow the plans promised to the people. Some ministers have already left. Environment Minister Susana Muhamad and Labor Minister Gloria Ines Ramirez both confirmed their resignations on February 9.
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