Colombia’s Path to Peace: Negotiating with the Gulf Clan
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro has made a striking proposal to the Gulf Clan, urging this notorious drug cartel to negotiate
March 22, 2024Section
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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
March 18, 2024
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 controversy.
March 17, 2024
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
March 14, 2024
Boosting Colombia’s Financial Market: Key Regulatory Updates
The government and the private sector in Colombia are joining forces to drive significant reforms in the capital market
March 12, 2024
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
March 8, 2024
Colombians Protest Against Petro’s Legislative Agenda
This Wednesday, Colombians took to the streets to voice their concerns over President Gustavo Petro's legislative proposals, now moving toward
March 7, 2024
Colombia Revamps Government for Economic Overhaul
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro is making bold moves. He aims to change the nation's economy fundamentally
March 4, 2024
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
March 1, 2024