Protesters gather in Bogota

Thousands of people gathered in Bogota on Wednesday to protest against the policies of President Abelardo de la Espriella. The demonstrations reflect growing public discontent with the government's direction.

President de la Espriella's policies

President de la Espriella, who has been in office since August, has aligned closely with the United States and is pushing to undo the reforms introduced by his predecessor. This shift in policy has sparked significant debate and opposition.

Reforms under previous leadership

The reforms de la Espriella seeks to dismantle were implemented by the former president and focused on various social and economic policies. These changes had been a cornerstone of the previous administration's agenda.

New law enforcement protocol

The president has signed a decree that aims to change the protocol for how law enforcement interacts during demonstrations. This move has raised concerns about the potential for increased tensions during protests.

Tense atmosphere in the capital

The political climate in Bogota remains tense as the new policies and legal changes take effect. Demonstrators are wary of how these changes might impact their ability to protest freely.