The Risks to Colombia’s Delicate ELN Ceasefire
Both sides of the negotiations must address three key topics for peace efforts to go forward.
Colombia Is Missing Its Opportunity on Clean Energy
President Gustavo Petro’s shunning of fossil fuels is not helping improve the country’s environmental status.
AQ Podcast: A Sober Look at Colombia
As a convoluted scandal unfolds, Laura Lizarazo assesses what it means for Petro’s progressive agenda
Gustavo Petro’s Biggest Crisis Yet
While many details remain unclear, a scandal involving two former aides could permanently paralyze Petro’s agenda.
Bogotá’s 80-Year Quest for a Metro May Have a Happy Ending
After years of delays and disagreements, construction is finally moving forward. How did it happen?
AQ Podcast: Gustavo Petro’s Challenging Moment
Petro is facing multiple crises. How will he react?
Colombia’s Growth Is Slowing, Imperiling Gustavo Petro’s Agenda
This year, plans for major reforms will collide with slower growth and efforts to tame inflation.
Windows Onto a “Hidden City”: Bogotá’s Creative Districts
Renewing distressed areas and recognizing bohemian haunts, these districts in Colombia’s capital have been praised—and also criticized.
In Colombia, Passing Tax Reform Was the Easy Part
The bill’s approval was a win for Petro, but keeping and attracting investments is the challenge ahead.
AQ Podcast | Gustavo Petro: What We’ve Learned So Far
El Tiempo columnist Ricardo Ávila examines how transformative this presidency could be for Colombia
Can Petro Pull Off ‘Total Peace’ in Colombia?
Negotiating with all armed groups is a high-stakes gamble with consequences far beyond the country’s borders.
The Problem with Petro’s Green Energy Policy
Cutting Colombia’s oil production won’t reduce global emissions.
Could Democracy Backslide in Colombia?
The country’s oil industry may hold the answer.
A New Era for US-Colombia Relations
Intense White House outreach reflects an uncertain path forward.
Who Is Colombia’s Next Finance Minister?
José Antonio Ocampo, President-elect Gustavo Petro’s selection, had campaigned for another candidate.
