Bogotá, Colombia – Former Colombian Senator and ambassador Roy Barreras signaled his continued political ambitions on February 26, 2026, with a social media post declaring himself a “liberal in blood, progressive at heart.” The statement, posted on his official account, accompanied the phrase “the remaining 99% continues to arrive,” suggesting ongoing momentum in his campaign for the presidency.
Barreras, who served as Colombia’s ambassador to the United Kingdom until recently, formally announced his candidacy for the 2026-2030 presidential term. His platform, as outlined on his YouTube channel, centers on uniting Colombia and is branded “Nuestra Fuerza” (Our Strength). He identifies as a physician by profession and a “builder of the country by conviction.”
The former senator’s declaration arrives after a period of relative silence following his diplomatic posting. In May 2025, Barreras told the Colombian news magazine Cambio that he believed the center-left would win the 2026 presidential elections. He described his recent meeting with President Gustavo Petro as a formal resignation and expression of gratitude, but also acknowledged a discussion of political strategy. According to Barreras, the conversation focused on ensuring the fulfillment of existing promises and preventing a shift towards the political extreme.
Barreras has publicly warned against the potential for a resurgence of the far-right in Colombian politics, stating that such an outcome could trigger widespread protests and a severe crisis of violence. He expressed confidence that the center-left would prevail in the upcoming elections, characterizing it as a necessary step to avoid such a scenario. His Facebook page currently lists over 418,000 likes and 157,000 followers are actively discussing his candidacy.
A recap of news from February 23, 2026, broadcast on Blu Radio, highlighted Barreras’ proposals, though specific details of those proposals were not immediately available. Barreras’ campaign continues to build support as the election draws closer, with his messaging focused on appealing to a broad base of voters across the political spectrum.
