The Comptroller General called for urgent reforms in the targeting and management of energy and gas subsidies.
A potential deal to import hydrocarbons from Venezuela sparked alarm in Colombia’s Congress, where lawmakers and trade officials warned it could lead to dire economic consequences, including the loss of thousands of jobs and billions in exports.
The Colombian government has consistently emphasized environmental protection as a cornerstone of its administration under President Gustavo Petro. However, a recent resolution issued by MinTransporte appears to contradict this commitment.
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) released a report analyzing the public debt of its member countries, revealing a 10% increase in overall debt costs for 2024.
In 2015, Colombia signed the Paris Agreement, committing to reduce the exploration, production, and consumption of fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, and oil.
The arrival of Edwin Palma as Colombia’s new Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) has triggered a massive reshuffle within the ministry and its affiliated entities. While changes were expected, the scale of the shake-up has surpassed initial predictions.
The Regional Autonomous Corporation of the Magdalena River (Cormagdalena) is preparing a comprehensive plan to restore navigability along Colombia’s most important waterway.
The 14th edition of Colombia Genera provided a valuable platform for industry representatives to emphasize the relevance of strengthening the mining and energy sector to boost the country’s competitiveness.
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on any country purchasing oil or gas from Venezuela.
Colombia faces an urgent challenge as its natural gas reserves continue to decline. According to Frank Pearl, president of the Colombian Petroleum and Gas Association (ACP), the country must take immediate action to regain its energy sovereignty.
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