Paloma Valencia strengthened her right-wing candidacy by securing endorsements from ex-Interior Minister Palacios and ex-Comptroller Córdoba, who both withdrew their own campaigns. Center and left-wing candidates revealed their running mates: Claudia López chose Leonardo Huerta, Sergio Fajardo selected Edna Bonilla, and Roy Barreras picked ex-prosecutor Martha Lucía Zamora.
El País
· Mar 13, 2026
· governance
· 9 min de lectura
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Colombia's 2026 presidential race takes shape as candidates announce running mates
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Impacto Geopolítico
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Colombia's 2026 presidential race consolidates around right-wing candidate Paloma Valencia as opposition fragments, with regional power dynamics shifting toward conservative consolidation ahead of May elections.
Escalation Risk
moderate
Confidence
MED
Colombia
South America
Andean Region
Right-wing consolidation strengthening as former ministers defect to Valencia's candidacy, fragmenting center-left opposition. Left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda gaining international support (Brazil connection), while ultra-right candidate registers in traditionally leftist strongholds, indicating competitive polarization. Regional power balance tilting toward conservative forces.
Similar to 2022 Colombian elections where fragmented opposition allowed Gustavo Petro's narrow victory; current consolidation around Valencia suggests lessons learned, potentially preventing leftist repeat success.
Lente Económico
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Colombia's 2026 presidential race consolidates with right-wing candidate Paloma Valencia gaining momentum through strategic coalition-building, while major candidates announce running mates ahead of May elections.
Market Signal
neutral
Confidence
MED
Political governance
Financial markets
Foreign direct investment
Energy sector
Agriculture
Political consolidation around center-right and right-wing candidates may signal continuity in economic policies. Consumers could face varying impacts depending on final election outcomes regarding inflation control, fiscal policy, and labor regulations.
Coalition-building suggests potential policy continuity in market-oriented reforms. Right-wing consolidation indicates likely continuation of fiscal discipline and business-friendly policies. International relations (noted Brazil engagement) may influence trade and investment frameworks affecting Colombian households and businesses.