This article is published in association with United Nations. Colombia must harmonize peace policies and security policies, the UN Special Representative for the country told the Security Council on Tuesday. Carlos Ruiz Massieu said an upsurge in violence in some regions has highlighted challenges to achieving peace. “In places like Catatumbo, Cauca or Chocó, continued violence, […]Colombia: UN mission chief stresses need to advance implementation of peace deal
April 23, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Colombia must harmonize peace policies and security policies, the UN Special Representative for the country told the Security Council on Tuesday. Carlos Ruiz Massieu said an upsurge in violence in some regions has highlighted challenges to achieving peace. “In places like Catatumbo, Cauca or Chocó, continued violence, […]Major step forward for child protection in Colombia, as politicians ban underage marriage
December 31, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The decision by members of congress in Colombia to abolish a law allowing marriages from the age of 14 – with parental consent – has been applauded by UN agencies. In November, following several failed attempts, politicians of all stripes approved a bill to overhaul legislation that […]‘Historic progress’ for Colombia peace process – but challenges remain
October 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Ahead of the eighth anniversary of Colombia’s peace agreement next month which ended a five-decades-long insurgency, the UN’s envoy to the country highlighted both “historic progress” and significant remaining challenges on Tuesday. Carlos Ruiz Massieu, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, told the Security Council that recent […]Insecurity main obstacle to realizing Colombia Peace Agreement, Security Council hears
July 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Although substantial progress has been made in implementing important aspects of the Peace Agreement in Colombia, challenges still remain, the head of the UN Mission in the country said in a briefing to the Security Council on Thursday. The 2016 deal between the national authorities and the FARC-EP armed group in effect ended […]Global Gateway: EU, Latin America and Caribbean partners launch in Colombia the EU-LAC Digital Alliance
March 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today in Bogotá, Colombia, the European Union-Latin America and Caribbean Digital Alliance was launched, a joint initiative to champion a human-centric approach to digital transformation. It is supported by an initial contribution of €145 million from Team Europe, including €50 million from the EU […]EU wins in WTO appeal about Colombian anti-dumping duties on frozen fries
December 22, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Arbitrators have in substance ruled in favour of the EU in the first WTO appeal dealt with under the ‘Multi-party interim appeal arbitration arrangement’, known as the ‘MPIA’. The final and binding award confirms that the anti-dumping duties imposed by Colombia on frozen fries […]From adversaries to allies: How trade reform built trust in Colombia
November 5, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Candice White, Knowledge Specialist, Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation, World Economic Forum A high level of trust between business and government is essential for effective regulatory reform that drives trade, economic development and progress on the UN Sustainable […]Colombia’s former president says COVID-19 shows the importance of listening to indigenous peoples on how we treat the planet
May 7, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Juan Manuel Santos, Former President of Colombia, 2016 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Former President of Colombia Juan Manuel Santos implores world leaders to listen to indigenous peoples, especially on the environment. The coronavirus pandemic is yet another global […]Colombia is a Latin American success story, but must pursue new reforms to achieve stronger and more inclusive growth
October 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Colombia’s economy is resilient and appears well equipped to navigate a challenging external environment dominated by protectionism and uncertainty, but it must pursue new reforms to make growth stronger and more inclusive, according to a new report from the OECD. The latest OECD Economic Survey of Colombia discusses how boosting productivity through […]
Humanitarian Aid: EU mobilises €6 million for people in need in Colombia
June 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As many people continue to be displaced in Colombia and are threatened by natural disasters, the European Commission announced on 06 June 2019 a new aid package of €6 million to help those most in need in the country. This includes €1 million for […]
