One of the main promises of President Gustavo Petro, is to design policies directed at attracting investments in other productive activities, not related to the extractive industry, like oil and mining. So it’s no accident to see, the tendency registered after one year of government is promising, where some Colombian industries evidenced a notable advance […]
Dubai-based airline Emirates has announced its intention to launch flights to Bogotá, Colombia, via Miami starting in June 2024. This announcement marks a significant moment in Colombian aviation as the Civil Aviation Authority of Colombia (Aerocivil) is expected to initiate an approval process for this new route. Emirates’ proposal to operate the route with Boeing […]
Recent reports from respected global media outlets, such as The New York Times, indicate that the Panama Canal is experiencing a drought that has significantly impacted transoceanic trade. This situation has prompted the Colombian government, led by President Gustavo Petro, to reconsider an idea proposed several years ago by engineers: the creation of a "bypass" [...]
It is difficult to even imagine a complete cultural change in Colombia, let alone believe that someday there will be a total cultural change in Colombia, magically turning us into a tolerant, rational country capable of collective compassion, which would benefit us greatly. However, if this much-needed cultural change is to begin in any way, […]
Amidst a rapidly transforming global geopolitical landscape, Colombia faces significant economic challenges, characterized by low value-added generation and poor productivity performance. In recent decades, the country has experienced a setback in its industrial sector and a very incipient development in services based on innovation and knowledge. This situation is exacerbated by the high dependence on […]
In a historic event for bilateral relations, Colombia and the European Union have announced the start of negotiations for the signing of a Collaboration and Cooperation Agreement. This bilateral political agreement promotes diplomatic relations to the level of a Strategic Alliance, marking a milestone in Colombian foreign policy. This process demonstrates the recognition of the […]
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 […]
2023 will not be remembered as a standout year for the economy, neither Colombian nor global. However, Colombia sees hope on the horizon. Despite pessimistic forecasts from political factions opposed to the reformist policies of the new government, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has positively updated its estimates. It now predicts that the Colombian economy […]
Despite the political and social challenges it has faced, Colombia stands out as one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Latin America. According to a recent study by OBS Business School, Colombia is among the three countries in the region that have experienced a significant increase in international tourism following the pandemic. Although the […]
On July 31, 2023, President Gustavo Petro signed a decree declaring free access to all undergraduate programs in public universities in Colombia. This Law 2307 will need to be regulated by the Ministry of Education within a maximum period of six months and will be implemented progressively, taking into account the annual budget availability. The […]
