On Wednesday, E.U. and Colombian representatives signed an agreement allowing Colombian citizens short-term travel to 26 Schengen nations without a visa.
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Colombia looks at medical marijuana’s economic potential
Medical marijuana is a bigger industry worldwide than all of Colombia’s coffee exports. A law to legalize it in Colombia could be a game changer.
Santos on Paris attacks: ‘Today all Colombians are French’
President Juan Manuel Santos expressed Colombia’s solidarity with France after the Friday terrorist attacks in Paris.
Schengen visa for Colombians to end December 3, 2015
As of December 3rd, the “unfriendly” Schengen visa will be lifted for Colombians and Peruvians. A long wait comes to an end.
Colombia seals peace with a handshake
During an historic encounter in Havana, the Colombian government and FARC announce that a peace deal will be reached before March 2016.
Santos on FARC: “This is the war we want to end”
An attack by FARC rebels in Cauca which killed 11 soldiers could resume bombardments against camps and directly threatens the peace talks.
Pope Francis and his historic trip to Colombia
Pope Francis’ planned trip to Colombia in 2017 sends a message of the need for peace and reconciliation as the government of President Juan Manuel Santos navigates a treacherous accord with ex-FARC.
For Colombia’s President Santos “tourism is peace”
President Juan Manuel Santos brought his message of peace for Colombia to launch the 36th edition of the travel and tourism fair, ANATO.
The abduction of General Alzate and FARC peace obstacle
The FARC’s maximum commander “Timochenko” releases a statement in which he outlines the rebel’s position on the Havana peace talks.
HRH Prince Charles visits Colombia’s majestic Chiribiquete
HRH Prince Charles visits Colombia’s majestic PNN Chiribiquete thanks to invitation by President Juan Manuel Santos.
President Juan Manuel Santos embarks on his second term
Juan Manuel Santos takes office on Thursday for a second term in which domestic issues will be as critical as defining the peace accord with FARC.
Santos reelected President of Colombia 2014-2018
After a grueling campaign and second round, Juan Manuel Santos was reelected Sunday June 15th, President of Colombia.
President Santos expands protection of Colombia’s PNN Chiribiquete
Covering 2.7 million hectacres of pristine rainforest, Chiribiquete National Park is Colombia’s jewel of biodiversity.
Colombian farmers strike is Santos’ next challenge
A prolonged strike could disrupt Colombia’s food and energy supplies, and shows widespread discontent of economic policies.
Colombia’s Santos to military: “Shoot until peace”
After a brutal attack by FARC on the army and ongoing peasant uprising in the Catatumbo region, President Santos turns to tough talk.
Santos needs help, and fast
President Santos chose a quiet cabinet, but may need more vocal political allies for his re-election campaign.