In a debate with three Colombian presidential candidates, Ingrid Betancourt lashed-out at Gustavo Petro over corruption and his association with kidnappers.
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Petro, Gutiérrez, Fajardo win Colombia’s coalition elections
Colombia’s presidential race has officially started after three coalitions elected their candidates to face-off on May 29.
Colombia designated Major non-NATO Ally by President Biden
President Duque became the first Latin American leader to visit the White House under the Biden administration. Both leaders discussed regional security, migration and the invasion of Ukraine.
Colombians to elect presidential frontrunners in key vote Sunday
With two months before the first round of the 2022 presidential elections, Colombians will cast their votes on Sunday for Congressional representatives and leading candidates.
Pasolini and Truffaut showcase at Cartagena’s FICCI 61
Among the many screenings of the Cartagena International Film Festival – FICCI – is a showcase of legendary masters Pasolini and Truffaut.
U.S and Colombia conduct naval exercises near Cartagena
The U.S Navy and Colombia’s Armada conducted anti-submarine naval exercises near the port of Cartagena, and joined by the nuclear sub USS Minnesota.
Reactions from Colombia on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The majority of Colombia’s former Presidents and 2022 presidential hopefuls have denounced Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and full-scale invasion on Thursday.
ANATO: Duque asks travel sector to “defend democracy”
During his last visit to the ANATO travel and tourism fair as President of Colombia, Iván Duque called on the sector to defend economic growth and democracy.
Colombia to protect 68 native languages over 10 years
Colombia’s MinCultura will protect 68 native languages over 10 years to expand cultural dialogue and linguistic diversity.
Weiwei makes Bogotá debut with The Emperor’s Banquet
La Cometa gallery in Bogotá is hosting a landmark cultural event with the first-ever solo show of the Chinese artist-activist Ai Weiwei.
Bogotá’s Claudia López faces deep disapproval ratings
Bogotá residents are increasingly pessimistic with the Colombia capital, from rising crime to deteriorated infrastructure.
FICCI presents selection of 61 Cartagena Film Festival
After a year in which the Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI) faced COVID-era restrictions, the 61 edition returns as an in-person event with new categories.
Colombia and EU sign Climate Action declaration
President Iván Duque’s official trip to Europe included the signing of a joint-pact with the EU on climate action and environmental conservation.
US warns of “risks by external actors” ahead of Colombia elections
The U.S is monitoring “external risks” and foreign manipulation of Colombia’s electoral process, ahead of the May 29 vote.
As Europe lifts COVID rules, Omicron cases down in South America
As European nations scramble to ease COVID restrictions, cases of the Omicron variant are decelerating across South America. Vaccination key ending pandemic warns PAHO.
Colombia’s dysfunctional campaign maintains Petro lead
The 2022 Colombian elections are fraught with disinformation and dysfunctional campaigns, maintaining Petro’s lead in the polls.