What can one expect in a state where political governance shows a heavy short-term bias that favours quick results?
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Rebalancing Public Spaces for Bicycles and…
Columnist Richard McColl argues that without a clear investment in public transportation the benefits for Bogotános of No Car Day are in vain.
Far from ‘Business as usual’
Arbitrary increases in property taxation in many parts of Colombia could have severe implications for those who try and preserve heritage homes.
Guerrillas will go to prison
Opinion writer Richard McColl believes that despite the agreements worked out in Cuba, many of the FARC will face jail time.
Tourism is key
Columnist Richard McColl argues that more is needed to boost Colombia’s tourism infrastructure after decades of neglect.
Bogotá: ‘Uber’ and out
After one year operating in Bogotá, ‘Uber’ is facing resistance and opposition from the city’s yellow cabbies. Are our ‘Uber’ days over?
Disagree to agree?
Can President Santos reconcile his differences with Senator Uribe? or is there a conspiracy to keep these leaders divided?
Touring the ‘White City’
Known as the ‘White City,’ Popayán is an important hub for tourists doing the southern circuit.
Colombian revisionism
A peace negotiation requires some ceding. Can the Colombian government and guerrillas exude some humility regarding 50 years of conflict?
Ready for a challenge, Bogotá?
Colombia’s first city is gearing up to host a global summit in 2016. Can Bogotá showcase a spirit of tolerance and innovation?
Bogotá, of all or none?
Colombians must work to break a cycle of social exclusion. And an issue not just relegated to the countryside.
A splash on the world’s stage?
After more than 30 years of being divorced from the international tourism industry, Colombia needs to first convince Colombians of the potential.
Respecting an ancient ritual
Before engaging in an ayahuasca ceremony it is important to really know the shaman and respect an ancient ritual which dates back to pre-Columbian days.
My time in the Ukraine
Richard McColl reflects on time spent in the Ukraine and how Europe’s position is becoming critical with the crisis.
A Macondian slumber
Richard McColl looks at political transparency in Colombia during an election year. What is driving voter disengagement and apathy?
A meeting in Mompós
Colombians have been let in on the secret that is Mompós. More visible and accessible, Richard McColl writes of his colonial muse.