Pedro Sánchez Suárez
General Pedro Sánchez Suárez is a prominent figure in the Colombian military, recently appointed as the Minister of Defense by President Gustavo Petro, marking the first time in over three decades that a military officer has held this position. Known for his expertise as a combat helicopter pilot, he led the successful 2023 operation to rescue indigenous children lost in the jungle after a plane crash. His appointment has stirred significant controversy, given the historical precedent of civilian leadership in the defense ministry since 1991, and he faces substantial challenges in addressing Colombia's current security crisis and navigating the complex political landscape.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 5 | 6.20 | 0.27% | +20% | 50,882,884 | 165,742 | $350,000 | 1,140$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,958 | $89,000 | 57$ |
| Honduras | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 5,885 | $25,000 | 15$ |
| Peru | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 18,906 | $230,000 | 132$ |
| Totals | 8 | 104,607,248 | 197,491 | $694,000 | 1,344$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Honduras:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense who offered a reward for information on the attackers.
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Colombia:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense who is overseeing the investigation into the attack on Miguel Uribe.
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Dominican Republic:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez offered a reward for information leading to the capture of those responsible for the attack on Miguel Uribe.
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Peru:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense who offered a reward for information on the attackers.
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Colombia:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez, the Minister of Defense, held a strategic meeting to address the public order situation following the extradition order.
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Colombia:
The Minister of Defense, Pedro Sánchez, announced initiatives to strengthen anti-drone capabilities.
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Colombia:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense who is considering the removal of Andrés Vanegas from the police.
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Colombia:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense of Colombia and is involved in addressing security issues related to armed groups.
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Honduras:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez is the Minister of Defense who provided details about the murder of Alessandro Coatti.
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Venezuela:
Pedro Sánchez Suárez condemned the murders of two women and a man in the Catatumbo region.
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