Colombia Argues Over Taxes While It Digs Out
Two weeks after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake, Colombia's reconstruction bill is colliding with a president elected to cut taxes.
August 24, 2026Section
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Colombia Earthquake Reconstruction: One Bank, One City So Far
Colombia earthquake reconstruction faces a 30 trillion-peso bill, but only Bancolombia and Manizales offer concrete help so far. Learn the...
August 23, 2026
The Colombian Peso Is at a Seven-Year High — What It Does to Your Money
The Colombian peso is at a seven-year high against the dollar. The official rate is 3,048.12, and for anyone earning...
August 23, 2026
Colombia Factoring Decree Loses Six Articles in Court
Colombia factoring decree loses six articles after court ruling. Learn what the Consejo de Estado annulled and what remains in...
August 22, 2026
ProColombia’s New Director Will Move Offices Into Embassies
ProColombia's new director Samuel Bluman will move overseas offices into embassies to cut costs and boost exports. Learn about the...
August 22, 2026
Morat Are Playing Six Nights in Bogotá. Two Are Still to Come
Morat play six nights at Movistar Arena in Bogotá across two weekends. The last two shows are on 22 and...
August 22, 2026
Medellín Has 1,000 Performers on Stage This Week, in 23 Theatres
The 22nd Fiesta de las Artes Escénicas runs in Medellín until 29 August. Over 1,000 artists perform across 23 theatres.
August 22, 2026
How a Side Street in Medellín Became Its Most Famous Address
Provenza in Medellín's El Poblado went from quiet residential blocks to the city's best-known dining strip. Here is what it...
August 22, 2026
Colombia Puts a Peace Accord Critic in Charge of Its Memory Centre
A peace accord critic will run Colombia's Historical Memory Centre, raising concerns about historical revisionism and victims' trust. Learn more.
August 22, 2026