Rafael Pardo Rueda
Rafael Pardo Rueda is a Colombian politician and lawyer who served as the first civilian Minister of Defense in Colombia, appointed by President César Gaviria in 1991. His appointment marked a significant shift in the military-political landscape of the country, emphasizing the subordination of military power to civilian authority. Pardo is recognized for his efforts to modernize the Colombian military and promote human rights during a tumultuous period in the nation's history.
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Rafael Pardo Rueda, a former Minister of Defense, explains the escalation of violence in Chocó and Catatumbo as a reactivation of armed groups for territorial control.
ataques explosivos aumentaron 98 %
Colombia· 2025-06-07
Rafael Pardo Rueda was the first civilian Minister of Defense in Colombia and described President Petro's decision as a historical setback.
Un general vuelve al cargo de mindefensa después de 33 años: ¿qué mensaje hay detrás?Colombia· 2025-02-20
