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Imports: the government strategy

Colombia will face a gas deficit starting 2027, yet the government already plans to address this situation with imports. Here are the details.

Thursday, February 9th, 2023
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Interview with Vélez

The Minister of Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez, has been involved in controversies ever since she took control of the entity. This is what she had to say on the matter.

Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
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Why we need to keep exploring

The government’s decision not to award new oil contracts continues to generate discussions in the country due to its negative implications for the national economy. Experts spoke about the need to keep exploring.

Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
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The power of Vélez’ father

The father of the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez, has great influence in the new Colombian political environment. This is why.

Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
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Petro asks to devalue oil production to zero

President Gustavo Petro participated in the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (Celac) Summit, once again, speaking out against the oil and coal industries.

Thursday, February 2nd, 2023
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ACIEM comments on Energy Transition

The ACIEM presented the following recommendations to move towards a successful energy transition.

Thursday, February 2nd, 2023
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Ruiz’s exit interview

President Gustavo Petro accepted the resignation of Vice Minister of Energy (MinEnergia), Belizza Ruiz, through decree 0120 of January 27, 2023. She gave a controversial interview after her resignation.

Wednesday, February 1st, 2023
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DNP’s plans for energetic sector

Portafolio newspaper spoke about the government’s proposed text for the mining and energy sector in the National Development Plan (PND).

Wednesday, February 1st, 2023
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Acipet’s comments

The Colombian Association of Petroleum Engineers (Acipet) expressed its concern regarding the government’s position on oil and gas exploration.

Wednesday, February 1st, 2023
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Can agriculture and tourism replace oil revenues?

Can agriculture and tourism replace oil revenues?

President Gustavo Petro wants to bet on tourism and agriculture as alternatives to replace the contributions of the extractive sector. Is this a tangible possibility?

Tuesday, January 31st, 2023
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