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Gulf Clan’s Rise Tests Colombia’s Peace Ambitions

The Gulf Clan, now called the Gaitanist Army of Colombia, significantly challenges President Gustavo Petro's complete peace initiative. A legal framework is essential for dialogue...

Petro’s Political Gamble: A New Constitution for Colombia?

In his quest to overcome legislative hurdles, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has taken a daring step that's stirred nationwide controversy. Initially, he sought to bridge political divides by including liberal centrists in his cabinet, aiming...

Ecopetrol Faces Leadership Tensions Amid Petro’s Green Shift

Ecopetrol SA, Colombia's state-owned oil company, is at a crossroads as board members question President Gustavo Petro's nominee choices amid his push for greener...

Boosting Colombia’s Financial Market: Key Regulatory Updates

The government and the private sector in Colombia are joining forces to drive significant...

Petro’s Ecominerales: A New Direction for Colombian Mining?

The Colombian government's proposal to establish Ecominerales, a state-operated mining firm, encounters congressional hurdles. Designed by the Petro administration and...

Colombia’s Ecopetrol Grapples with Soaring Costs During Energy Shift

In 2023, Ecopetrol faced an 18.5% hike in oil production costs, even as it pivoted towards renewable energy. This shift signifies Ecopetrol's evolution from oil...

Colombia’s Jobless Rate Falls to 12.7%

In January, Colombia experienced a decrease in unemployment, hitting 12.7%. This represents a 1% drop from the previous year's...

Petro’s Public Approval Sees Uplift in Latest Colombia Survey

Colombian President Gustavo Petro experiences a notable increase in public approval, according to the Invamer Poll. His government's rating...

ELN Frees 26 Hostages, Advances Peace Talks with Colombian Government

The National Liberation Army (ELN) released 26 hostages since December, fulfilling a pledge to...

Colombia Eases Cannabis Rules

The Colombian government extended the period for moving psychoactive cannabis to final use to 48...

Colombian Talks with ELN: Unnecessary Crises

The Colombian government declared on Wednesday that the ELN's choice to pause peace talks brings needless trouble. This decision...