Colombia's Petro Names Benedetti

Colombia's Petro names interior minister as energy minister exits in reshuffle
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has named Armando Benedetti as the country's new interior minister, a source within Petro's office told Reuters on Tuesday, confirming his place in the leftist's inner circle despite several scandals involving the ex-lawmaker and resistance from others in the cabinet.
Gustavo Petro's Cabinet Shuffle: Benedetti Appointed Interior Minister Amid Controversy
Colombian President Gustavo Petro reshuffled his cabinet, appointing Armando Benedetti as the new interior minister despite several controversies. Benedetti replaces Juan Fernando Cristo amidst resistance from cabinet members.
Colombia's Petro Names Benedetti as Interior Minister: Source
Colombia's ambassador to Venezuela Armando Benedetti looks on as he visits the Miraflores Palace to meet Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas, Venezuela August 29, 2022. REUTERS/Leonardo Fernandez Viloria/File Photo BOGOTA (Reuters) - Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has named Armando Benedetti as the country's new interior minister,
Colombia energy minister says Petro has accepted his resignation
Colombia's energy minister Andres Camacho said in a post on X on Tuesday that President Gustavo Petro has accepted his resignation in a cabinet reshuffle.Petro asked all his ministers to present their resignations earlier this month,
Controversial Choice: Benedetti as Colombia's Interior Minister
Gustavo Petro, Colombia's President, has appointed Armando Benedetti as the new interior minister. Despite a history of controversies and resistance from cabinet members, Benedetti is set to aid Petro in passing reforms through Congress.
Colombia’s Energy Minister Resigns Amid Cabinet Infighting
Colombia’s Energy Minister Andres Camacho said President Gustavo Petro accepted his resignation after nearly two years in the role.
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