Colombian Government

Ecopetrol lost billions in potential value after Petro blocked a 2024 Permian deal. Colombia's incoming government is now reconsidering the decision.

Colombia’s independent fiscal watchdog criticizes the government’s budget plan for relying on overly optimistic assumptions, estimating spending $11 billion higher than the finance ministry’s figure. It warns that public debt could reach 61% of output in 2026, the highest on record.

Decades of fighting in Colombia preserved bird habitats. The peace deal between the government and a guerrilla group has brought new attention to birding. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and local communities.

In Colombia, decades of fighting between government forces and guerrilla groups preserved bird habitats. The region was once home to left-wing guerrillas, right-wing paramilitaries, and narco-traffickers. This unintended preservation has allowed birds to flourish in the area.

Colombia hosted a conference with nearly 60 countries to discuss transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy. The event marks a significant step in global efforts to reduce dependence on coal, gas, and oil.

The 2016 peace deal with FARC reduced Colombia's violence but failed to end the conflict, as subsequent governments delayed implementation and FARC dissidents and rebels rejected the agreement. Rising guerrilla attacks now challenge the 'total peace' promise as the country faces divided political approaches.

Anant Ambani, the son of tycoon Mukesh Ambani, has formally requested the Colombian government to halt plans to kill the 'cocaine hippos' in the country. The request aims to prevent the culling of the animals, which have become a controversial topic due to their association with drug trafficking.

Anant Ambani, son of tycoon Mukesh Ambani, has formally requested the Colombian government to halt the planned killing of 'cocaine hippos' in the country. The request aims to prevent the culling of the animals, which are associated with drug trafficking activities.

Colombia is offering a record $1.4 million reward for a rebel leader known as 'Marlon', who officials claim ordered a deadly bomb attack that killed 20 people. The attack has intensified security concerns in the region.