The Growing U.S.-Colombia Economic Partnership
The U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), implemented on May 15, 2012, is expanding the U.S. and Colombian economies through increased exports, investment and job creation. Between June 2012 and February 2013, two-way trade totaled $28.5 billion.
Finance Minister Mauricio Cardenas Talks to CCTV About Colombia's Economy
On April 24, Colombian Finance Minister Mauricio Cardenas joined Michelle Makori from CCTV News to discuss Colombia's financial growth. Click here to watch the video of his interview.
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Juanes to Receive Atlantic Council Distinguished Leadership Award
On Wednesday, May 1, the Atlantic Council will honor Colombian musician and social activist Juanes with its 2013 Distinguished Humanitarian Award. He has worked to engage Colombian youth in constructing a more peaceful, secure country through founding Mi Sangre Foundation
Colombian Artist Fonseca Performs in Times Square to Promote Colombia
While in New York, NY, during the launch of the Colombia tourism campaign, Colombian Artist Fonseca on April 18 performed in Times Square. Click here to watch the video of his performance. Photo Credit: Portafolio
Colombian Named Recipient of Goldman Environmental Prize
Bogotá-native Nohra Padilla was named a 2013 recipient of the Goldman Environmental Prize for her leadership with the Association of Recyclers and National Association of Recyclers in Colombia, where she's helped to revolutionize the waste management infrastructure in Colombia. Click here for more information.
Georgetown to Host April 17 Forum on “The Emerging Role of Colombia in the World”
The Embassy of Colombia, the Permanent Mission of Colombia to the Organization of the American States and the Center for Latin American Studies at Georgetown University will host a conference on “The Emerging Role of Colombia in the World,” on Wednesday, April 17 at Georgetown University.
Colombian music artist Fonseca, as an ambassador for Country Brand Colombia, brings his Ilusión World Tour to the U.S.
As part of his "Ilusión" world tour and as an ambassador for Country Brand Colombia, music artist Fonseca will perform at the Howard Theatre in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, April 17, 2013.
The Growing U.S.-Colombia Economic Partnership
The U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), implemented on May 15, 2012, is expanding the U.S. and Colombian economies through increased exports, investment and job creation. Between June 2012 and February 2013, two-way trade totaled $28.5 billion.
Latinvex Features Five Colombian Female Business Leaders
In an article featuring Latin America's leading female business leaders, Latinvex features five Colombian women. They include: Sandra Forero, President, Colombia’s Construction Chamber; Monica de Greiff, President, Bogota Chamber of Commerce; Maria Mercedes Cuellar, President of Colombian Banking Association; Maria Claudia Lacouture, President, Proexport, Colombia; and Lina Maria Velez de Nicholls, Executive President, Medellin Chamber of Commerce.
First Annual Colombian Film Festival in New York: March 20-24
From March 20th through the 24th, the first annual Colombian Film Festival will take place in NYC. The festival, which will showcase feature films, documentaries and shorts, will take place at Tribeca Cinemas, with the support of the Colombian Embassy in Washington, the Colombian Consulate in NYC and numerous sponsors. Click here to learn more.
Biden ‘To Evaluate Security and Trade’ in ColombiaUnited States Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Colombia will focus on the country’s security progress and aims to “reaffirm... |
Latin America Alliance Summit Aims to Boost Trade, IntegrationPresidents from some of the most economically dynamic Latin American nations will hold a summit in Cali, Colombia, this week, aiming to deepen a... |
Colombia Enters Into Game of Attracting Hollywood BusinessHollywood may migrate south for a while while Colombia becomes the next country to bid for Hollywood production by offering incentives for filming... |
Blank: U.S., Colombia Play Key Role in Future of AmericasWhen President Barack Obama came into office, one of his priorities was to push forward and implement the U.S.-Colombia trade promotion agreement... |
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