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"Banagrario's business model is consistent with its key role for the development of the government's agricultural policy,” stated Fitch Ratings.

Alex Johnson of GFC Media Group called the event "a must-attend for anyone wanting to meet and do business with the region’s senior-level market makers."

Though the notes have a Baa1 rating with a stable outlook, Moody's has concerns over Sura's leverage, regional market volatility, and the immature capital markets of Latin America.

"Colombia is heavily underinsured. If you look at insurance penetration ... Colombia is about a quarter of where it should be," said John Nelson, chairman of Lloyd's of London.

"Colombia has one of the highest seismic hazards in South America," said Victor Roldán of RMS.

Recent upgrades to AIR's model have improved its ability to predict losses due to ground shaking and tsunamis.

Some of the funds will be devoted to improving fertilizer production, warehousing, and distribution in Colombia.

The collaboration will bring onboard "telematics" to user vehicles to track driving performance and help Sura better price its policies.

Some 60 speakers, including Juan Jose Echavarría of Colombia and José Olivares of Peru, will gather to discuss economic growth forecasts and upcoming infrastructure investments.

The Carrera Verde kicks off in Bogotá on February 19 then heads to Medellín a month later on March 26.