OECD Urges Colombia to Simplify Taxes and Adhere to Fiscal Rule
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has released its latest economic outlook for Colombia. Analysis from The Rio...
September 18, 2024Section
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ELN Attack Derails Colombia’s Peace Talks: Petro Declares Negotiations ‘Practically’ Over
In a turn of events, Colombia's fragile peace process with the National Liberation Army (ELN) teeters on the brink of...
September 18, 2024
Colombian Manufacturing Rebounds: 2% Growth in July
Colombia's manufacturing industry experienced a significant turnaround in July 2024. The National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) released its latest...
September 17, 2024
Rappi’s Ambitious Leap: From Latin American Unicorn to NYSE Aspirant
Rappi Latin America's pioneering delivery app sets its sights on the New York Stock Exchange. The company's co-founder. Analysis from...
September 17, 2024
President Petro’s Assassination Claims Spark Controversy and Skepticism
Gustavo Petro, Colombia's president, has ignited a political firestorm with his recent claims of an assassination plot against him. During...
September 16, 2024
Colombia’s Healthcare Overhaul: Petro’s $25 Billion Gamble on Reform
In a bold move Colombian President Gustavo Petro has unveiled a sweeping healthcare reform plan. The proposal estimated. Analysis from...
September 16, 2024
Colombian Court Halts Ecopetrol-Petrobras Gas Exploration to Prioritize Indigenous Rights
In a surprising turn of events, a Colombian court has ordered the suspension of gas exploration activities at the Uchuva-2...
September 13, 2024
Colombia’s Budget Battle: A Test for Petro’s Presidency
In a surprising turn of events Colombia's Congress rejected President Gustavo Petro's proposed 2025 national budget. Analysis from The Rio...
September 12, 2024
Colombia Ends Truck Strike with Key Agreement on Fuel Prices
After four days of strikes Colombian truckers and the government reached a consensus on fuel pricing adjustments. Coverage and analysis...
September 9, 2024