Economic Pulse of Latin America: A Week of Key Indicators and Decisions
The last week of October 2024 brings a flurry of economic activity across Latin America. From inflation reports to GDP...
October 28, 2024Section
Colombia News in English
Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Ecuador’s Power Crisis Sparks Diplomatic Plea to Colombia
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa reached out to his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, seeking help amid a severe electricity shortage. The...
October 28, 2024
Colombia’s Housing Crisis Drives Insolvencies to 10-Year High
Colombia's business landscape is facing a critical challenge as company bankruptcies are set to reach a decade-high this year. This...
October 25, 2024
Tax Collection Struggles in Colombia: A Closer Look at the Economic Impact
Colombia's tax agency, DIAN, collected 28.2 trillion pesos (US$5.64 billion) in September. This amount was 900 billion pesos more than...
October 25, 2024
Venezuela-Colombia Trade Flourishes: 36.5% Growth in 2024
The economic ties between Venezuela and Colombia have strengthened significantly in 2024. Trade between the two nations reached $607.3 million...
October 25, 2024
Thales and Colombia Forge Strategic Partnership for Cybersecurity and Space Industry
Colombia and Thales have embarked on a significant partnership to enhance the country's cybersecurity and space capabilities. This collaboration, marked...
October 23, 2024
Colombia Leads Latin America with Highest Corporate Tax Rate
Colombia stands out in Latin America with its corporate income tax rate of 35% the highest in the region. Coverage...
October 23, 2024
María Corina Machado Calls Out Lula and Petro for Failing to Obtain Election Records
María Corina Machado has strongly criticized Brazilian President Lula da Silva and Colombian President Gustavo Petro's continued requests for Venezuela's...
October 23, 2024
Colombia Boosts Steel Tariffs to Shield Domestic Industry fm Chinese Imports
Colombia has taken decisive action to protect its steel industry by raising tariffs on imports from countries without trade agreements,...
October 22, 2024