Ecuador resumed transporting roughly 11,900 barrels daily of Colombian oil through its pipeline after months of suspension, generating approximately $1.4 million monthly for the nation and resolving commercial tensions between the neighboring countries.
Ecuador resumed transporting Colombian crude through pipelines this month, moving 11,900 barrels daily and generating projected annual revenue of 16.8 million dollars, following suspension of the tenfold tariff increase that triggered a regional trade dispute.
A Spanish former government advisor accused Veronica Alcocer of leading a criminal network involving drug trafficking, money laundering, and arms dealing during her ex-husband President Gustavo Petro's administration, citing alleged clandestine Venezuelan flights and 2.5 million dollars in cash transfers.
Colombia initiated its first payment to Swedish defense contractor Saab for seventeen Gripen fighter jets valued at 3.135 billion euros under President Gustavo Petro's administration, with an initial installment of 100 billion pesos representing 0.6 percent of the total contract across a seven-year payment schedule.
The U.S. removed Venezuela from its anti-drug noncompliance list, citing improved cooperation against cartels following Nicolás Maduro's capture, while signaling Colombia could be removed in 2027 if its new government demonstrates progress combating cocaine production.
US Secretary of State Rubio visited Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to strengthen security and economic alliances with newly elected pro-Trump leaders, signing mineral supply and nuclear cooperation agreements while countering China's growing influence in Latin America.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Colombian President De la Espriella announced a diplomatic "rebirth" following a century-worst crisis, signing nuclear energy and critical minerals agreements while pledging renewed strategic partnership on security, reconstruction, and regional stability.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio tours Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to strengthen U.S. influence with pro-American leaders, following regional right-wing electoral victories and a devastating earthquake killing over 330 people in Colombia.
Former Colombian President Gustavo Petro advocated for immediate Venezuelan political negotiations ensuring completely free elections without external pressures or internal repression, responding to opposition leader María Corina Machado's criticism of a 209-billion-dollar oil agreement between Trump's administration and Venezuela's interim government.
Colombia's state oil company Ecopetrol acquired a controlling 51% stake in Brazilian producer Brava Energia for $1.2 billion, securing 459 million barrels of proved reserves and diversifying operations into a more favorable tax jurisdiction.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Colombia next week to meet President de la Espriella in Barranquilla, marking the first high-level Trump administration engagement since his inauguration, discussing tariff relief, earthquake aid, and security cooperation.
Analyst Manuel Pérez Rocha examines how right-wing governments across Latin America deepen neoliberal policies while strengthening authoritarianism, with investment arbitration cases against the region reaching 439, particularly targeting extractive industries despite climate commitments.
Over 150 progressive leaders from 15 countries gathered in Montevideo to criticize US interference in Latin America while acknowledging their own political failures, with former Chilean president Gabriel Boric urging consistency between rhetoric and action.
Colombia gained visa-free access to over 90 destinations globally following a reciprocal agreement with Israel effective September 1st, expanding travel opportunities across Europe's Schengen zone, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East for Colombian passport holders.
Colombia declared an economic emergency after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed 265 people, as the outgoing government exhausted 96 percent of its annual debt quota, severely constraining reconstruction financing amid the country's worst fiscal crisis.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar visited Ecuador and Colombia to strengthen diplomatic ties and expand cooperation in trade, security, and technology as Israel faces growing tensions with several European nations over Gaza policies.
Colombia revoked recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic under President de la Espriella, freezing all political and diplomatic relations to strengthen ties with Morocco and recognize its Western Sahara sovereignty.
Ecuador resumed transporting approximately 11,900 barrels of Colombian oil daily through its pipeline system, generating roughly $16 million annually for the state after months of suspension sparked by trade tensions between the neighboring nations.
Colombia's new administration opened its embassy in Jerusalem this week, recognizing the city as Israel's capital and withdrawing support for South Africa's ICJ genocide case, signaling restored diplomatic ties after years of tensions under the previous leftist government.
Former Colombian President Petro faced public confrontation from Venezuelan chavista deputies at a Mexico conference after claiming the U.S. obtained Venezuelan oil as war spoils and that Cuban military solely defended the nation during January third events.
Colombia's government requested the International Monetary Fund to assess its economic performance and fiscal strategy, seeking external validation of its economic policies amid broader efforts to strengthen institutional credibility.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied the Trump administration intends to kill fishermen while defending the sinking of six Ecuadorian boats suspected of drug trafficking and supporting criminal organization Los Choneros in Pacific waters since August.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Colombia signals a new era in relations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Colombian President De la Espriella, announcing diplomatic relations revival through energy and mineral agreements while tensions persist over undisclosed US troop deployments and contentious policy shifts.
Colombia's new right-wing government reversed a four-year fracking ban to attract $4 billion in oil investment, but faces regulatory hurdles, security threats, and congressional division that could undermine its ambitious fossil fuel expansion plans.
Former Colombian President Gustavo Petro had his Avianca airline tickets canceled while traveling to Mexico because his name appears on the U.S. Treasury's sanctions list, citing regulatory compliance rather than political reasons, though Petro disputes the justification.
Colombia's new conservative government under Abelardo de la Espriella prioritizes security and economic growth over Petro's progressive agenda, signaling a rightward political shift across Latin America with implications for regional diplomacy and international alignment.
Following Nicolas Maduro's US-led capture in January 2026, Venezuela's oil production surged to two-decade highs flowing northward, while regional Latin American governments remained fractured over the intervention's legality, undermining collective diplomatic response.
Latin American progressive leaders gathered in Montevideo this weekend to reassert the left's political relevance amid regional electoral losses and rising right-wing movements, debating strategies for strengthening regional autonomy against U.S. influence and great power competition.
President De La Espriella's government will merge ProColombia's independent international offices with embassies and consulates to reduce costs while strengthening commercial promotion through ambassador involvement in export sales.
Colombian President De la Espriella spoke with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio requesting temporary tariff suspension on Colombian products following last week's earthquake that killed hundreds and damaged thousands of homes, signaling U.S. willingness to consider the relief measure.
Colombia reversed its diplomatic position on Sahrawi phosphate resources, marking a significant policy shift that affects regional territorial disputes and international trade dynamics in Western Sahara.
Colombia's new right-wing president Abelardo de la Espriella reversed the prior administration's clean energy pivot, pledging to revive oil and gas production and authorize fracking, reversing gains where renewable capacity surged from 200 megawatts in 2022 to over 4,300 megawatts by 2026.
Colombia's new president recognized Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara and restored Israeli diplomatic ties on day one, prioritizing pragmatic national interests over ideological positions while reversing his predecessor's controversial foreign policy direction.
Colombia reopened its Jerusalem embassy and restored trade relations with Israel, marking a significant diplomatic reversal that triggered widespread condemnation throughout Arab nations, reshaping regional geopolitical dynamics amid ongoing Middle Eastern tensions.
President Gustavo Petro, his son, former first lady, and close aide remain on the U.S. sanctions list despite Washington removing 125 others, reflecting serious allegations about drug trafficking support that demand documented governmental responses and carry concrete economic consequences.
The US Treasury sanctioned Colombia's former president, his wife, son, and interior minister in October 2025 under drug-trafficking orders, while a Colombian outlet reported in October 2026 that the FBI may arrive and OFAC could impose additional measures, though no US agency confirmed this claim.
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña visited Venezuela, marking a diplomatic shift after Paraguay severed ties in 2019 and recognized opposition leader Juan Guaidó as interim president, now adapting to increased U.S. influence in Latin America under Trump.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Colombia in 2026 to reset U.S.-Colombian relations under newly elected pro-American President Abelardo de la Espriella, signaling renewed commitment to regional security and trade partnerships after years of deteriorating ties under leftist predecessor Gustavo Petro.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Colombia, predicting a "golden age" of unprecedented cooperation with new President De la Espriella, emphasizing joint efforts against armed groups and drug trafficking while supporting earthquake recovery.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged to restore U.S.-Colombia relations after the leftist Petro administration, signing agreements on critical minerals and nuclear cooperation while launching a Latin American tour to strengthen ties with conservative pro-U.S. leaders.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused Avianca of illegally denying him a flight ticket, claiming US sanctions don't apply to British-based companies. However, X's AI Grok corrected him, explaining that international firms must comply with American restrictions to avoid secondary sanctions and maintain global financial access.
Avianca canceled former Colombian President Gustavo Petro's flight reservations and fully refunded him, citing compliance with US Treasury Department sanctions regulations applicable to the airline's global operations and dollar transactions.
Former Colombian President Gustavo Petro was denied passage by Avianca on August 30 after appearing on US sanctions list, forcing him to fly Aeroméxico to Mexico instead, exposing Clinton List consequences.
Colombia's government repealed 10 mining restrictions to attract investment and accelerate copper exploration under President De La Espriella's pro-business agenda, reversing the previous administration's environmental protections and potentially unlocking billions in sector development.
Right-wing leaders have gained power across Latin America coinciding with Trump's foreign policy push, raising concerns about historical patterns of US support for authoritarian regimes and potential consequences for democracy and civilian populations.
Colombia's new government resumed coal exports to Israel after a 2024 suspension, impacting approximately 3.5 million annual tons worth 200 million dollars, though industry experts warn immediate market recovery remains uncertain as Israel shifted suppliers.
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake devastates Colombia, killing 273 and affecting hundreds of municipalities.
Colombian President de la Espriella pledged to revive oil and gas production through state company Ecopetrol and authorize hydraulic fracturing, reversing his predecessor's fossil fuel phase-out policy to restore energy self-sufficiency amid declining reserves and grid vulnerabilities.
Colombia's new government withdrew recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and froze diplomatic ties, reversing former President Petro's 2022 decision to restore relations and instead endorsing Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, prompting condemnation from Polisario Front.