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Oil prices and their effects on public finances

Oil prices and their effects on public finances

The government made its fiscal accounts under the assumption that the Brent benchmark oil barrel would average US$70 this year. However, prices have risen considerably in recent weeks.

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022
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Peñalosa talks oil exploration

Peñalosa talks oil exploration

Presidential Pre-candidate Enrique Peñalosa spoke about the proposal to end oil exploration and the main economic challenge for the next government.

Tuesday, March 1st, 2022
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Socialization of new contracts

The National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) started the socialization process of new oil contracts.

Tuesday, March 1st, 2022
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Oil FDI in January

Oil FDI in January

Colombia’s Central Bank reported Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) during the first month of this year, with positive results, especially in the oil sector.

Monday, February 28th, 2022
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New oil round? UPDATED

The National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) talked about the possibility of a new ‘Window’ for the Competitive Permanent Process (PPAA).

Monday, February 28th, 2022
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Duque vs Petro

President Ivan Duque has sent indirect messages about candidate Gustavo Petro’s proposals on ending the oil sector.

Friday, February 25th, 2022
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Loss of royalties in Magdalena

The Comptroller General’s Office (CGR) is investigating a huge loss of royalties resources in Magdalena.

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022
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‘It is irresponsible to do away with oil’ Gutiérrez

The former mayor of Medellín and presidential pre-candidate Federico Gutiérrez spoke about the country’s economic challenges and the importance of oil for the economy.

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022
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MinEnergia to reduce CO2

MinEnergia to reduce CO2

The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) signed Resolution 40066, which advances the commitments made by the country at COP26.

Monday, February 21st, 2022
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Key to the highway

Colombian E&Ps have published their strategy and investment documents for 2022 and many of them are looking beyond Colombia for growth, including Ecopetrol. Is this normal diversification or cause for concern?

Monday, February 21st, 2022
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