Communities are increasingly resorting to violence to force solutions to decades-old problems.
After the release of the policemen kidnapped by some ‘farmers’ in San Vicente del Caguán, Colombian President Gustavo Petro spoke about the orders he gave during the process.
The Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez Torres, spoke about the situation in Caquetá and a possible cancellation of Emerald Energy’s contract.
Dialogues between communities, government and Emerald Energy continue in ‘Loz Pozos’ sector.
Communities invaded the facilities of Emerald Energy’s Capella A field in the municipality of San Vicente del Caguán, demanding the defense of their land rights.
A new attack on oil infrastructure caused an environmental emergency and raised great concern in the country.
The USO is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a union.
Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX: FEC), Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC), Hocol, Tecpetrol and Cepsa issued a public statement regarding blockades in the department of Meta.
Colombia continues to discuss the possibility of stopping oil exploration. This time, the USO spoke out on this issue.
The USO’s Board of Directors will meet to make decisions about its leadership.