Colombia Ceases Military Deals with Israel, a Key Security Supplier
In a significant social media stir, Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced a stop to all military transactions with Israel.
March 1, 2024Topic
Colombia
Colombian government and FARC dissidents agreed to renew ceasefire talks
On September 2, the Colombian government and FARC dissidents agreed to renew ceasefire talks. The decision comes after a pause...
September 3, 2023
Colombia files new corruption charges against 22 people in widening Odebrecht scandal
The Prosecutor General's Office of Colombia has declared charges against an additional 22 individuals over alleged corruption ties with the...
August 18, 2023
Colombia to revisit trade agreement with U.S.
On August 16th, Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced plans to revisit the Free Trade Agreement with the United States.
August 17, 2023
Colombia’s GDP grows marginally in Q2 2023, despite contraction in five sectors
According to DANE, Colombia's GDP experienced a 0.3% growth in the second quarter compared to the same time frame the...
August 15, 2023Colombia’s green energy transition and Petro’s risky oil exploration ban narrative
According to industry experts, Colombian President Gustavo Petro's intention to cease offshore hydrocarbon exploration as part of the nation's shift...
August 11, 2023
Colombian authorities warn of alleged plot against prosecutor general
Based on military and police intelligence, Colombian authorities have raised concerns about a possible plan by the National Liberation Army...
August 9, 2023
Eighteen whale-watching tourists rescued from Colombian Pacific waters
Eighteen tourists on a humpback whale watching trip were rescued in the Colombian Pacific after their boat capsized, according to...
August 7, 2023
Opinion: Gustavo Petro’s first year – peace, scandals and stalled reforms in Colombia’s presidency
(Opinion) As leftist leader Gustavo Petro celebrates his first anniversary as Colombia's President this week, he finds himself between the...
August 6, 2023