Colombian President Gustavo Petro delivered his final address to the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on September 24, 2025. In his speech, he directly questioned former US President Donald Trump while denouncing Washington's "decertification" of his administration.
Petro's criticisms focused on Trump and the influence of his policies. The Colombian president asserted that the United States, under that leadership, contributed to polarization and international imbalance. He also noted that Colombia had been subject to external decisions that affected its sovereignty and limited its ability to advance a more equitable development model.
Among Petro's most notable quotes are:
- “My government was decertified by the United States.”
- “Trump represents a vision that divides and polarizes the world.”
- “The powers have maintained unequal relations with Latin America that must be reconsidered.”
- “A change in the international order toward equity and cooperation is urgently needed.”
During the speech, several US congressmen in attendance stood up and left the room. The gesture was perceived as a direct response to Petro's criticism of Trump, underscoring the tension in the atmosphere.
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