Colombia defense minister weighs in on U.S. strikes of alleged drug boats

US-Colombia Relations & Drug War Strategy - The US is considering cutting military and financial support for Colombia, a long-time ally in the war on drugs [1] - Colombia prefers capturing drug traffickers and using other methods over military strikes against boats [2] - Colombia emphasizes a long-standing relationship with the US, sharing democratic values, respect, liberty, and sovereignty [3] Colombia's Perspective on Drug Trafficking - Colombia views defeating drug trafficking as requiring targeting the entire chain: production, transportation, and commercialization [2] - Colombia expresses concern about how to more effectively combat drugs [3] - Colombia considers the drug problem a complex issue between both countries [4] - Colombia welcomes the US's strong approach to combating drugs [2][3]