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In the early years of the Reagan administration a radical proposal was made to solve multiple problems eminating from Latin America. The solution was the rebirth of Gran Colombia. Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Venezuela reforming the country that got its Independence from Spain.

Diplomats from these countries met in Washington to hear the proposal. The Americans stated a major goal was to defeat leftist in the various countries. Another was a base area to support the overthrow of the Communist government of Nicaragua. Finally an eradication of illegal drugs.

An increase in US aid both military and economic would come. Besides the training and integration of the new military force, the US would supply new helicopters, transport and attack. The soon to be produced F-20 Tigershark fighter and Stingray light tank would be supplied. To help with the integration of their economies if they choose to the US would allow the US Dollar to be used in the new country and a free trade zone between the two countries.

Like the US and their countries a president and congress would govern the country. Like the US the congress would have two parts. Each province would elect 3 senators and by proportions delegates would be elected. The departments in Colombia, the regions in Ecuador, Panama and the states in Venezuela would become the new departments.

And since the nations shared heritage from the state that Bolivar founded to be used as a selling point to the population. With a location on the Equator a proposed space launch center was also planned.

The diplomats were shocked and surprised but as they listened many things were said to appeal to them and they promised to send the proposal to their home governments.
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