For 28 years, Colombia has been expressing its interest in joining the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum (APEC). Despite repeated requests, the response had always been ignored until this year. In an unexpected turn, President Gustavo Petro was invited at the last minute to the APEC summit held in San Francisco, marking a significant diplomatic advance. […]
In an unexpected decision that went unnoticed in Colombian media, the Chinese pharmaceutical company Sinovac changed its initial plans to establish a new plant in Latin America in the city of Antofagasta, Chile. In this article, we explore the reasons that led Sinovac to choose Colombia over Chile and analyze the implications this may have […]
The last two weeks have demonstrated a remarkable shift in Colombian diplomacy under President Gustavo Petro. The nation has been at the forefront of interactions with the world’s leading powers, China and the USA, showcasing a strategic balancing act in global geopolitics. Multiple Agreements for Large Scale Cooperation with China In an official visit to […]
On October 25, 2023, in the Chinese capital city of Beijing, Colombian President Gustavo Francisco Petro Urrego and Chinese President Xi Jinping held several transformative discussions, aiming at solidifying the bilateral ties between their respective nations. The event marked a significant milestone in Colombia-China relations, symbolizing not just an extension of partnership but also a […]
Colombia, after dialogues with several major global economies, now turns its gaze eastward to China. With Gustavo Petro at the helm, the nation is carving a niche for itself on the international stage, representing the ambitions and aspirations of the Global South. The ultimate aim? To chart a course brimming with sustainable progress and innovation. […]
