Expanded economic opportunity helps countries rebound from natural disasters such as the one Colombia has experienced, provides alternatives to illegal activities, and is a priority for our own economic and national security interests in the United States.
Mack highlights the importance of economic opportunities for Colombia's recovery and U.S. interests.
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