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Shell, the operator of the exploration plan, and Chevron both hold a 45% interest in the block. With the deal, Ecopetrol now holds the remaining 10% stake.

O’Neill has some short-term experience with the IDB, serving as acting U.S. director for a five-month stint in 2008 during his time working for the U.S. Treasury.

Officials are investigating whether the killings were related to drug trafficking, a local armed rebel group, or another factor.

“The importance of BBVA’s work in digital banking across the region cannot be overstated,” wrote the publication.

BP will be the operator of the exploration and has a 50% holding in the block. CNOOC has a 30% interest, with Ecopetrol having rights to 20%.

“The tourist consumption of Colombians is very low,” says Juan Pablo Franky, deputy minister of tourism.

"Together with the Colombian government, the public and private sectors can create jobs in these regions and contribute to the consolidation of peace," said Yvonne Baumann, the Swiss ambassador to Colombia.

All shareholders of record at the close of business on January 3 will be eligible to receive the dividend.

"There has been a lot of progress," said Lagos. "In Chile, the fact that [legalizing] the personal consumption of medicinal cannabis is being discussed is a sign of progress."

"The two companies will work together on major projects in airports, smart cities, stadiums, and banks," stated AnyVision.