US restricts visas for authorities from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru for corruption and drug trafficking
US restricts entry for 27 current and former authorities in action against corruption and drug trafficking linked to the Americas Shield.
TL;DR
- The US has imposed visa restrictions on 27 current and former officials from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
- These measures are part of a broader offensive against corruption and drug trafficking in Latin America.
- The action is linked to commitments made under the Americas Shield, a US-led coalition for regional security cooperation.
- Most targeted officials are from Bolivia, with others from Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru also affected.
- The US State Department also designated Bolivia's Attorney General, Roger Mariaca, for alleged corruption and links to drug trafficking.
- These restrictions were announced shortly after countries in the Americas Shield reaffirmed their commitment to coordinate sanctions against criminal organizations.