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The union signed its first collective agreement with Cenit, highlighting advances in the protection of workers’ rights, among others.

Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced its third quarter 2019 results. The NOC reported good financial performance. The firm reported solid operating results as well.

Geopark Limited (NYSE: GPRK) announced its third quarter 2019 operational update, confirming a growing production base, new oil fields and the expansion of its opportunity platform

Malaysia’s Petronas might work with Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) in offshore projects in the Caribbean.

Parex Resources (TSX: PXT) announced its third quarter 2019 operational update. Its production continues on the right track and the firm completed a share buy-back.

Canacol Energy (TSX: CNE) announced its operational update for the three-month period ended September 30 2019. The company also announced change of auditor.

Frontera Energy Corporation (TSX: FEC) announced its third quarter 2019 operational update. Colombia production decreased in 3Q19 compared to previous quarter, while the firm’s drilling campaign is advancing satisfactorily.

This was not a good quarter for oil prices and investors seemed to take it out on oil stocks. The good news is that Colombia-focused shares were not punished any worse than their global peers.

Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) started developing three blocks together with Anadarko (NYSE: APC), which returned the operation of these assets. The NOC is now looking for new partners for to develop the areas.

Gran Tierra Energy (TSX: GTE) announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer (COO), highlighting his vast oil and gas experience. CEO Gary Guidry sent a message to shareholders.