Despite international pledges to help fund its many post-conflict programs, Colombia’s new economic reality means that paying for peace will not be easy.
The agreements reached between the Colombian government and FARC ends all hostilities and paves the way for their political future with guarantees and protection from the state.
One of the longest-running and most bloody conflicts in the world ends Thursday with the official bilateral ceasefire between Colombia and FARC guerrilla.
On Monday, Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos announced that July 20 could be the new deadline for a peace agreement with the FARC rebel group.
Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos delivers a stern warning to his citizens, should the peace agreement with FARC be rejected by popular vote.
Former President Alvaro Uribe hasn’t definitely said ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to an invitation to dialogue with FARC commander alias ‘Timochenko.’
FARC and Colombian government representatives announced an agreement to discharge from FARC ranks all minors under 15.
Officials reassured Colombians this week that any FARC funds seized by the government would be used for victims and reparations.
Valle del Cauca stands to become an economic powerhouse as Colombia moves into a post-conflict era.
Colombia President Juan Manuel Santos will appoint all-new cabinet members as he prepares to push a post-conflict agenda.
Colombia’s ambitious plan for transitional justice in the post-conflict era seeks to close a painful chapter in the nation’s history.
After four years of peace talks — and with more in the works — Colombia struggles to combat “peace fatigue” and keep hopes up.
Despite delays at the peace talks table in Havana, the post-conflict will present many challenges for Colombians, unless future economic issues are addressed.
One of the biggest obstacles to the peace deal between the Colombian government and FARC is dealing with the vocal online opposition.
With news expected from Havana on March 23, the Colombian government may announce a bilateral ceasefire with the FARC guerrilla group.
Colombians are preparing for protests and strikes leading up to an expected peace deal between the government and the FARC guerrilla.