politics
May 7, 2026
“The presence of armed groups worries us”: EU Electoral Observation Mission deploys 150 observers for elections in Colombia
The European Union Electoral Observation Mission warned about the possible impact of illegal armed groups on the presidential process of May 3...
TL;DR
- The EU Electoral Observation Mission is deploying 150 international observers for Colombia's presidential elections.
- The mission expressed concern about the impact of illegal armed groups on the electoral process, particularly in regions like Valle del Cauca and Cauca.
- Despite concerns about violence, the EU highlighted the resilience and transparency of Colombia's electoral system.
- A total of 190 observers (40 long-term and 150 for the election day) will monitor the campaign and electoral preparations.
- The mission has been observing Colombian elections for decades and emphasizes the country's ability to hold elections despite difficult circumstances.
- The EU confirmed confidence in the Colombian electoral system's verifiability and transparency, noting the openness of the Registrar's Office.