Colombia

Colombia's outgoing environment minister warns that the incoming government could reverse recent climate and conservation efforts, citing support for fracking, fossil fuel development, and climate skepticism. Concerns include potential threats to the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous environmental governance, and the return of glyphosate spraying.

Colombia’s outgoing environment minister warns the incoming government could reverse climate and conservation progress by promoting fracking, fossil fuels, and weakening Indigenous environmental governance. The new administration, led by President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, has pledged to expand oil development and natural resource extraction, raising concerns about environmental risks.

Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has requested Congress to evaluate moving his August 7 inauguration to a military garrison. The proposal, without recent precedent, will be decided by the incoming legislature.

Argentine President Javier Milei announced international trips to Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador to attract trade and investment. The plan includes a visit to Brazilian opposition leader Bolsonaro, which is expected to cause discomfort for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government.

Colombia’s external debt ratio to GDP fell to 51.6% in April from 53.7% a year earlier, but the dollar value of its debt increased by $20bn to $247.7bn due to a stronger peso. The debt ratio decline mirrors levels seen in May 2020.

Colombia's gas production has fallen by 55.5% since 2016 and 41% compared to the same months of 2021. May 2024 output averaged 1,129 million cubic feet per day, a 12.89% annual decline, with April's 1,006 Mpcd marking a recent low. Data is from Acipet, the engineers’ association.

A construction chamber reports that 425 homebuilding firms in Colombia have disappeared since 2022, with smaller companies being affected first. The country's new government is now dealing with the resulting economic challenges.

Colombia's outgoing government filed a criminal complaint against Carlos Alonso Lucio, a member of the incoming transition team, alleging that his public remarks damaged the president’s honour and good name. The government has requested the public prosecutor’s office to oversee the handover process, and the transition is currently suspended.

Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland is scheduled for Kansas City, while Colombia faces a legal dispute over a broken government handover, with the outgoing government filing a criminal complaint against an incoming team member.

Colombia's annual inflation reached 6.14% in June, exceeding analysts' forecasts of 6.01%-6.13%. The central bank had raised interest rates to 12% eight days earlier on June 30, but inflation broke the 6% threshold a week later.

Colombia’s sole gas import terminal, SPEC in Cartagena, has nearly all its capacity reserved for three power plants, leaving only 5% for residential, commercial, and industrial use. Imports currently cover about a third of the country’s needs.

Colombia's May exports rose 19.2% year-over-year to $5,193 million, driven by a 18.1% decline in crude oil shipments to 11.4 million barrels. Fuels and extractive products accounted for 44.5% of May's exports and 40% of total exports from January to May.

Canadian fugitive Arif Jhuman was captured while working out at a gym in Medellín, Colombia. He is a drug trafficker wanted for a cross-border firearm-smuggling plot and had been on the run for over three years.

The US sanctioned a financier linked to the PCC, leading to the seizure of up to R$10.4bn in assets. Brazil’s lead prosecutor disagrees with the action, and the network’s operations span multiple countries including Brazil, the US, Portugal, Paraguay, Argentina, and Colombia.

Colombia's transition to a new government collapsed as President-elect De la Espriella declared the handover over, citing a government that does not recognize his victory. His team initiated audits of state finances with the comptroller’s office as a workaround.

Colombia's presidential transition has collapsed as President-elect De la Espriella declared it over and is bypassing the outgoing government. Peru is revising its migration policy, and the World Cup quarter-finals have begun.

Argentina celebrates a World Cup victory while President Milei plans a state shutdown; Colombia experiences another penalty-related exit; President Lula confronts the Senate; and Sheinbaum faces a political challenge. The article is published by The Rio Times.

JetBlue is expanding its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), adding new nonstop routes to cities like Baltimore, Charlotte, Nashville, Chicago, Detroit, and two destinations in Colombia. The airline aims to increase daily flights from 130 to 150 by year-end, leveraging Spirit Airlines' former gates to boost connectivity and economic opportunities in South Florida.

Argentina is the last Latin American team remaining at the World Cup after a comeback victory against Egypt, with a quarter-final scheduled for Saturday. Colombia's wage hike has increased visa income thresholds, and analysts have raised their economic forecasts for Argentina.

The article highlights Argentina's Messi miracle, Colombia's toxic handover and World Cup heartbreak, Chile's drought grid, and Mexico's Toyota blow. These events reflect a mix of triumph and challenges across Latin America.

The World Cup 2026 quarter-finals saw Argentina face Switzerland following an Egypt comeback, Colombia lose on penalties, and Neymar retire from Brazil national team duties.

Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella suspended the transition process after President Gustavo Petro refused to recognize the election results, alleging fraud without evidence. Petro accused de la Espriella of winning through fraud in the June 21 presidential run-off against Petro coalition candidate Ivan Cepeda.

Colombia’s President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella suspended the transition process with outgoing President Gustavo Petro after Petro refused to recognize de la Espriella’s electoral victory, alleging fraud. De la Espriella accused Petro’s administration of corruption and destructive policies, while Petro’s transition team emphasized transparency. The election result, which saw de la Espriella defeat Iván Cepeda by 1 percentage point, was described as a rejection of Petro’s government by international observers.

Team USA's World Cup journey ended with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, but fans in San Jose's San Pedro Square continued celebrating the team's tournament run. Despite eliminations of the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Brazil, and Portugal, attendees emphasized the experience and memories, with watch parties continuing for remaining matches like Argentina vs. Egypt and Colombia vs. Switzerland.

Colombia's August 2026 election saw right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly defeat leftist Senator Iván Cepeda, ending the first left-wing presidency under Gustavo Petro. The result reflects a divided nation grappling with unresolved social, economic, and security challenges, as voters chose between de la Espriella's hardline security approach and Cepeda's push for continued peace negotiations with insurgent groups and criminal cartels.

Colombia’s 2026 minimum wage increased by 23.7% to 1,750,905 pesos monthly. Digital-nomad visas now require three times this wage (~$1,400/month), while pension and rentista visas demand ten times the wage. The changes make residency visas more difficult to obtain.

Colombia's incoming government has initiated an audit across all ministries, involving 22 working tables and 1,200 personnel. Key concerns highlighted include the fiscal situation, energy crisis, and health system challenges.

Colombia's government handover enters a substantive phase with audit teams addressing fiscal, energy, and health concerns. Argentina and Colombia compete in World Cup matches as the region's last two teams. Transition teams are active across ministries.

Argentina faces Egypt and Colombia meets Switzerland in World Cup last-16 matches. Brazil processes a Haaland-inspired exit and Neymar's farewell.

Colombia's outgoing president, Gustavo Petro, rejects the legitimacy of Abelardo de la Espriella's election win, alleging fraud without evidence, despite official and international validation.

Colombian President-elect Abelardo De la Espriella appointed retired major general Jorge Eduardo Mora López as defense minister. Mora López pledged to secure all areas of the country to advance security and social progress. The appointment follows De la Espriella's selection of several other cabinet members.

President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella appointed retired Major General Jorge Eduardo Mora López as defense minister. Mora founded the military’s transnational-threats strike force and led campaign efforts in Norte de Santander.

Colombia's president-elect will prioritize an urban security bloc as his first decree, a decision supported by mayors but criticized by others who worry about its scope.

Brazil and Mexico were eliminated from World Cup 2026, while Argentina and Colombia advanced. Political developments continued across Latin American cities including Lima and La Paz.

Brazil and Mexico are eliminated from the World Cup, leaving Argentina and Colombia as Latin America's remaining teams, set to play tomorrow as markets reopen. Tax authorities in the region are intensifying efforts to target long-staying foreigners.

Colombia's COLCAP stock index rose 1.57% on July 3 as the peso held near its 52-week low and Brent crude prices increased.

Colombia has announced its largest military modernization plan in recent history, valued at over 12 billion dollars, including 80 new aircraft such as 17 Saab Gripen fighter jets. The plan spans all branches of the armed forces.

The far-right candidates in Peru and Colombia's presidential elections secured victory with significant support from expatriate voters. The Peruvian National Office of Electoral Processes oversaw vote counting in Lima on June 9, 2026, for the second round of the election.

The World Bank established an Andean Countries Division to oversee $9 billion in active lending across Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Ariel Yepez was appointed as the division's director, effective July 1.

Argentina defeated debutants Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time in Miami during the World Cup, with Lionel Messi extending his all-time scoring record. Colombia is also mentioned in the report.