The Colombian Association of Geologists and Geophysicists of Energy (ACGGP) presented a comprehensive public policy proposal aimed at strengthening the country’s energy security through scientific evidence, increased exploration, enhanced state technical capacity, and improved territorial engagement models.
The latest Invamer poll for Colombia’s 2026 presidential elections reveals Senator Iván Cepeda leading the field with 31.9% voting intention, followed by lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella at 18.2% and former Antioquia governor Sergio Fajardo with 8.5%. The survey, conducted for Noticias Caracol and Blu Radio between November 15-27, 2025, polled 3,800 people across 148 municipalities with a 1.81% margin of error.
Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro announced on November 20, 2025, that his country is ready to begin gas exports to Colombia before year-end, marking a potential new phase in bilateral energy cooperation.
Latin America enters a new phase of oil industry reconfiguration in 2026, with some countries facing progressive reserve depletion while others consolidate expansion in production, exports, and capital market access.
President Gustavo Petro issued a stark warning that Ecopetrol should immediately sell its participation in the Permian Basin project in the United States, citing growing risks following his inclusion on the Clinton List (OFAC sanctions list).
Promigas presented solid financial and operational results for the third quarter of 2025, demonstrating continued strengthening of its business portfolio while contributing to Colombia’s energy transition with reliable and innovative solutions.
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