Plan Colombia

Plan Colombia was a government initiative launched in 2000 to combat drug trafficking and insurgent groups like FARC. It involved military, economic, and social efforts aimed at reducing cocaine production, improving security, and promoting development in rural areas. The plan provided funding for military operations, alternative livelihoods for farmers, and infrastructure projects. Its goal was to create stability, diminish the influence of illegal armed groups, and support Colombia’s long-term peace and growth. While impactful in reducing violence and coca cultivation, it also faced criticism over human rights concerns and environmental effects.