Alberto Carrasquilla, Minister of Finance (MinHacienda), made a proposal about the country’s participation in the Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) stake, creating a huge debate in Colombia. Analysts spoke on this topic.
Parex Resources Inc. (TSX:PXT) announced its annual reserves as at December 31, 2018. The company pointed out that its proved reserves (1P) increased compared to the previous year. PXT recalled that its reserves are located in Colombia’s Llanos and Middle Magdalena basins.
The Colombian government announced its development plan for the current Presidential period, and the mining-energy sector plays a key role in this project. Authorities explained their plans and goals to boost this industry.
Authorities reported the highest levels of oil theft back in 2001. This is what they did to bring the metric down significantly.
Anderson Castro, Masters in Chemistry from the National University, explains why leveraging natural materials like clay might benefit the industry.
Transparency International recently published its Corruption Perception Index (CPI). Boards and ethical investors will be paying attention. After the scandals of recent years, corruption has become a key issue with voters as well.