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Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:03:37 +0000
Colombia declares natural disaster in response to excessive rainfall
The government of Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro declared a natural disaster, which would allow a more effective response to excessive rainfall. The declaration of a natural disaster gives the government… The post Colombia declares na...

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:17:08 +0000
Colombia’s congress gives green light to Petro’s “Total Peace” policy
Colombia’s Congress approved a bill that allows President Gustavo Petro to negotiate the dismantling of illegal armed groups. The bill gives Petro congressional support for his ambitious “Total Peace” policy,… The post Colombia’s co...

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:22:21 +0000
Colombia’s cocaine production soared to new record high in 2021
The area used for coca cultivation and Colombia’s potential cocaine production soared to record heights in 2021, according to the United Nations. In its annual report, the UN’s Office on… The post Colombia’s cocaine production soared to n...

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 20:53:00 +0000
Bogota refugee crisis spurs violent protest in Colombia’s capital
Indigenous protests in Colombia’s capital turned violent on Wednesday amid allegations that 21 refugees have died in Bogota over the past year. According to the Bogota Police Department, 14 policemen,… The post Bogota refugee crisis spurs...

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:36 +0000
Colombia’s peso could end up losing 25% against US dollar in 2022
Colombia’s peso has lost 20% of its value against the dollar so far this year, which is threatening the government’s budget. The most recent devaluation of Colombia’s currency made the… The post Colombia’s peso could end...



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