A new president faces his first major test as rescue efforts continue

A powerful 7.4 earthquake has struck Colombia, resulting in at least 181 deaths. Rescue operations are currently ongoing as teams search for survivors, while thousands of people remain missing. This disaster serves as the first major test for the newly sworn-in Colombian President, Abelardo de la Espriella. The urgent demands of this crisis now compete with the president's initial agenda for the country, forcing him to manage an immediate national emergency shortly after taking office.