Colombian left gains seats in new Congress ahead of presidential vote
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- •The Historic Pact coalition won a significant number of seats in the March 9, 2026 legislative elections.
- •Thirteen female senators were elected from the Historic Pact, marking a notable increase in female representation.
- •The new Congress is more divided than before, with no single party holding a majority.
- •The legislative elections occurred two months before Colombia's presidential vote scheduled for May 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Historic Pact coalition forms alliances with centrist parties it could secure enough legislative support to pass progressive reforms, affecting social policies and economic regulations in Colombia.
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WESTFrance24 - World (EN)Colombia elects new divided Congress ahead of May presidential voteWESTLe Monde - InternationalEn Colombie, la gauche conforte sa place au Parlement à l’issue des élections législativesREGIONALAgencia BrasilPartido progressista da Colômbia, Pacto Histórico elege 13 senadoras