‘Opposite visions’: What to know about Colombia’s presidential election
Colombia is preparing for its presidential election on May 31, 2026, with a crowded field of candidates representing various political ideologies. The election is significant as it follows the first leftist presidency in the country's history, led by Gustavo Petro. Voters face a choice between continuing Petro's leftist policies or returning to right-wing governance amid concerns over security and economic issues.
- ▪Fourteen candidates are competing in the first round of Colombia's presidential election.
- ▪Leftist candidate Ivan Cepeda is currently leading in the polls ahead of the election.
- ▪The election is crucial as it follows Colombia's first leftist administration, which has faced challenges related to crime and violence.
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News|Elections‘Opposite visions’: What to know about Colombia’s presidential electionSenator Ivan Cepeda is leading two right-wing rivals in the first round of an election dominated by security and economic concerns.ListenListen (8 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoSupporters of presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella attend his closing campaign rally in Medellin, Colombia, on May 24 [Jaime Saldarriaga/AFP]By Al Jazeera StaffPublished On 30 May 202630 May 2026On Sunday, voters in the South American country of Colombia are facing a choice.Four years ago, they elected the first left-wing president in the country’s modern history, Gustavo Petro.
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