Bogotá faces mobility gridlock as the largest taxi association vows to disrupt key intersections, including access points to El Dorado International Airport on Wednesday, November 22.
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Colombia to cut arms purchases from Western nations that support Israel
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro has threatened to cut off all arms purchases from Western nations that support Israel, in response to PM Netanyahu’s “genocide” in Gaza.
Colombia’s Ecopetrol anticipates production rise in 2023 as profits dive
Colombia’s Ecopetrol anticipates a boost in oil production for 2023 despite a sharp drop of near 47% in net profits. The energy giant is looking to diversify its alternative, low-emissions portfolio.
Colombia officially declares start of El Niño phenomenon
Anticipating soaring temperatures and drought conditions, Colombia’s IDEAM has officially declared the start of the El Niño phenomenon.
Colombia’s ELN justifies taking Luis Díaz’s father as “economic hostage”
The ELN’s Pablo Beltran justified the kidnapping of Manuel Díaz, father of FC Liverpool’s Luis Díaz as an “economic hostage” of the Colombian guerrilla.
Colombia’s ELN confirms kidnapping of FC Liverpool Luis Diaz’s father
The Maoist guerrilla ELN confirmed Thursday that the illegal armed group has the father of FC Liverpool striker Luis Diaz hostage since his abduction five days ago.
Bogotá’s ARTBO 2023 to deliver more art and new categories
Launching in a new venue, the Ágora Convention Center, edition 19 of the Bogotá international art fair ARTBO will also incorporate new categories in its cultural slate.
Colombia to charge entry fee to Canadian visitors again
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has reimposed an unpopular tax for Canadians entering the country, and one that was scrapped during the government of President Duque.
Bogotá mayoral election in three-way race, Galán takes lead
As Bogotá’s mayoral race intensifies, centrist candidate Carlos Fernando Galán takes the lead, setting the stage for a potential runoff against leftist Gustavo Bolívar or independent Daniel Oviedo.
Zapatoca and Filandia named Colombia’s Best Rural Tourism Destinations at WTO
The World Travel Organization (WTO) has named the Colombian towns of Zapatoca and Filandia as Best Rural Tourism Destinations of 2023.
Biden extends National Emergency over Colombian Drug Trafficking
U.S. President Joe Biden has extended the national emergency related to Colombian drug trafficking, citing ongoing threats to national security and stability.
A Century in Stamps: Banco de la República’s Philatelic Tribute
Celebrating a century of cultural heritage, Banco de la República honors its legacy with a philatelic collection, showcasing Colombia’s patrimony in stamps.
Colombia may have lost coordinates of San José Galleon shipwreck
Documents with the coordinates of the San José Galleon shipwreck are either misplaced or lost, claims a news report, despite the location considered a state-guarded secret.
Sembrar La Duda: Representations of indigenous art at MAMU
The exhibition Sembrar La Duda opens during a year in which Banco de la República celebrates its centenary and puts indigenous cultural production within the context of Colombian art history.
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor’s promises artistic excellence in 2024
From Opera to circus, contemporary dance to Early Music, Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor has unveiled a 2024 season of creative excellence, artistic diversity and captivating performances.
Colombia’s Petro claims AG charges “a blow to the Constitution”
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro has lashed out at the investigation by the Attorney General’s Office relating to illicit campaign financing and has challenged the legality of the testimonies from his son Nicolás Petro.