FARC Dissidents Pledge to End Kidnappings in Colombia
The Central General Staff (EMC) has made a pivotal decision to end the practice of extortion kidnapping in the country.
December 13, 2023Section
Colombia News in English
Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Challenges in Colombia’s Shift to Renewable Energy
Colombia is at risk of an energy deficit in the coming years due to delays in transitioning to renewable energy...
December 7, 2023
Colombia Rejoins UNASUR After Five-Year Hiatus
After a five-year absence, Colombia officially marked its return to UNASUR, reaffirming its commitment to regional cooperation.
December 6, 2023
Petro’s Push for State Control in Colombia’s Healthcare Sector
Colombian President Gustavo Petro's plan to enhance state control in healthcare is currently stalled in Congress.
December 5, 2023
How Brazilians Want to Make Colombia a Gas Exporter
Petrobras, Brazil's and Latin America's leading oil company, has discovered a significant natural gas reserve in the Caribbean Sea.
November 25, 2023
Colombia’s Looming Energy Crisis by 2027
Colombia faces a potential energy deficit by the year 2027, largely due to delays in the Hidroituango dam project.
November 23, 2023
New Air Travel Routes Between Colombia and Venezuela
In the latest Latin America news, Venezuela and Colombia are launching new air routes, a major step in their improved...
November 21, 2023
Dominican Republic and Colombia Spearhead LatAm’s Tourism Revival
Latin America's tourism industry is rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic, with many countries now approaching their 2019 tourism figures.
November 20, 2023
Colombian Peso’s Slide in Wake of Proposed Fiscal Changes
On Thursday, the Colombian peso fell sharply following President Gustavo Petro's proposal of a significant legislative change to legislators.
November 16, 2023