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Media Partnerships

//Finance Colombia is glad to support the efforts of event organizers domestically and internationally. We offer several different levels of collaboration based on your objectives & constraints.

Finance Colombia is glad to support the efforts of our event organizer partners domestically and internationally. We offer several different levels of collaboration based on your objectives & constraints.

Basic

Finance Colombia offers the following:

  • 728×90 OR 300×250 banner ad in rotation on all article pages and front page
  • 1 email announcing the event to our subscriber base before the event. You provide HTML
  • 12 social media posts: up to 1 per week, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
  • 1 pre-event article announcing and promoting the event
  • 1 post-event article

 

You offer the following:

  • 3 all access media passes (editor, photographer, assistant) for events within Colombia, or 2 all access media passes for events outside of Colombia, including privileges of paid attendees (meals, event receptions, functions, etc.)
  • Prominent listing as media partner with our logo (and link on electronic media) on all print and electronic promotional materials, event programs, etc. including stage backdrops, and photographer’s curtains.
  • Table and suitable space to share our promotional material (primarily offering free subscriptions to attendees) and permission to offer free subscriptions to attendees
  • Airfare + Hotel to and from the event per our travel policy:
    • International, Bogotá: 1 hotel room (official event venue hotel) & 2 business class airfares
    • Rest of Colombia: 2 hotel rooms & 2 business class round trip fares
    • Events in Medellín do not require hotel room or air travel

Speaker / Moderator

We offer each other all of the above plus…

Finance Colombia offers:

  • 2 additional articles, promoting our participation, plus promoting the event (3 total).
  • 2 more promotional emails (up to 1 per month, maximum)
  • Cross platform promotion – banner ads on our other publications & social media channels as relevant: Finance Americas, Cognitive Business News, Lorenmoss.com, Unido Digital Media
  • Social media promotion, participation & engagement during the event
  • Active promotion of our participation via publisher & publication LinkedIn channels & groups, social media
  • Assistance & outreach (as necessary) with identifying & recruiting other speakers, invited guests & experts
  • Finance Colombia editors/publisher will  prepare and give relevant presentations and/or moderate up to 2 sessions, in English or Spanish

 

You offer:

  • Access to any VIP / optional extra-cost event functions
  • Full exhibit space during the event
  • 1 additional all-access exhibitor pass

 

Sponsor Package

We offer each other all of the above plus:

Finance Colombia offers:

  • Video and written interviews of speakers and/or organizers during the event (up to 5).
  • 12 additional social media posts (24 total)
  • 3 pre-event articles promoting the event, such as interviews with speakers
  • 3 (minimum) post-event articles highlighting the event’s success
  • Distribution of your content (such as white papers, reports, etc.) via Finance Colombia: Articles & banners with links to download
  • 2 additional email blasts (spread out, no more than 2 per month)

 

You offer:

  • $5,995 USD
  • 1 additional air fare & hotel room per above policy
  • Listing as silver level sponsor or above (or equivalent)

 

Additional Options

  • Keynote Speaker: Loren Moss, publisher of Finance Colombia will deliver opening or closing keynote presentation, researched and relevant to the event, English or Spanish $6,000 in addition to above – Speaker/Moderator or Sponsorship package
  • Outbound Marketing: A team of 3 of our bilingual outbound sales associates will contact and invite attendees to your event $11,000 USD / month

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. This includes the cities of Armenia, Filandia, Ibague, Manizales, Salento, and Pereira.
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US Government Forbids Employee Travel In Parts Of Colombia Due To Volcano Risk

This includes the cities of Armenia, Filandia, Ibague, Manizales, Salento, and Pereira.
Posted On April 5, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo courtesy Latam
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Jetsmart, Latam Want More Protections In Case Of Avianca – Viva Resurrection

The competitors are primarily concerned about a concentration of slots in Avianca's hands in Bogotá.
Posted On April 5, 2023
, By Loren Moss
In May 2021 Viva's position was reconfirmed as the most punctual airline in Colombia with 93.3% according to OAG: https://www.oag.com/en/on-time-performance-data
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Easter Resurrection? Avianca Files Counteroffer With Colombian Regulators To Restart Viva

Avianca says it is willing to resurrect Viva, but wants better terms than the government has offered.
Posted On April 5, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Alejandro Gaviria and Gustavo Petro
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Gustavo Petro Confused About Colombia’s Health Ranking, Gets Publicly Corrected By Fired Health Minister

Petro has been constantly criticizing Colombian healthcare as he seeks to dismantle private care & replace it with government clinics.
Posted On April 4, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Mauricio Ferro of Tank (photo: Loren Moss)
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Interview: Mauricio Ferro Returns To Battle With Tank, His New Strategic Communications Firm That Goes Far Beyond PR

"You have to have a good ESG strategy and it's not just a matter of knowing a couple or a bunch of politicians."
Posted On April 3, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Major Volcano In Colombia On Alert For Massive Eruption

Nevado del Ruiz is an explosive volcano, so a major eruption would likely be pyroclastic & violent.
Posted On April 3, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Carlos Raul Yepes
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Former Bancolombia President In Speech To Gilinski: Stop This War!

In his speech, Yepes exposes links between Gilinski, Daniel Quintero, & convict Alex Vernot.
Posted On April 3, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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How Colombia’s 2022 Tax Reform Affects Corporate Dividends: Ley 2277 of 2022

According to article 241 of the Tax Statute, the tax rate of the year 2022, went from 0 to 10% by 2023 from 0 to 39%
Posted On April 2, 2023
, By Humberto Rodriguez
Guillermo Grosso
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Guillermo Grosso Sandoval Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison For Corruption In Colombian Health Care

Grosso had a deal with other EPS companies that allowed him to get a 10% cut for every contract awarded related to patient care.
Posted On April 2, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Parque Solar Los Girasoles solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Norte de Santander
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Los Girasoles 12.3MW Solar Energy Farm Comes Online In Colombia

MPC Energy Solutions invested $11 million USD equity to develop and construct the project.
Posted On April 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo credit: John Dickinson, Chorley UK
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Colombian Gasoline Prices Rise By About 400 Pesos Per Gallon

Throughout Colombia, gasoline prices are now seen in a range between 11,100 to 11,300 pesos per gallon (roughly $2.40-2.40 per gallon).
Posted On April 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Colombian Foreign Minister Álvaro Leyva Durán swore in Colombia’s new Vice Minister of Multilateral Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Elizabeth Taylor Jay.
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Elizabeth Taylor Appointed Colombia’s Vice Minister of Multilateral Affairs

Taylor was born in 1966 on the small English-speaking island of Providencia, and studied marine biology at the Universidad del Valle in Cali.
Posted On April 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo courtesy Grupo Sura
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With Riot Police Present At Shareholders’ Meeting, Sura, Nutresa & GEA Defeat Gilinski & The Abu Dhabi Prince — For Now

Though Gilinski has lost a major battle, the war may not be over. He is still a significant shareholder in GEA companies.
Posted On April 1, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Florida Man Eduardo Miguel Rivera-Paz,
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Florida Man Steals Entire Container Of Colombia-Bound Samsung Smartphones Worth $1.2 Million USD, Sends Bags Of Sand Instead

Rivera-Paz was arrested and charged with grand theft and theft of merchandise worth more than $50,000.
Posted On March 30, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Loren Moss & Santiago Giraldo
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Interview: After Reporting Record 2022 Results Tecnoglass CFO Santiago Giraldo Explains The Company’s Growth

“It’s as if all the stars lined up for us and what you saw were the results as of 2022, where we were able to grow 44%”
Posted On March 29, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Ultra Air 2nd Colombian Airline To Cease Operations In 1 Month

After struggling to find a buyer or investor, Colombian low-cost airline Ultra Air suspended operations just 30 days after competitor Viva was abruptly grounded. Ultra had recently admitted struggles but sought to reassure passengers that it would carry on. Less than a year ago, Ultra was flying high. William...
Posted On March 29, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Ultra Air Struggling To Stay Aloft, Make Payroll

In an internal document, Ultra asks employees to be patient about their paychecks.
Posted On March 28, 2023
, By Loren Moss
William Shaw is CEO & Founder of Colombian LCC Ultra Air.
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More Aviation Drama In Colombia: Jetsmart Jilts Struggling Ultra Air

Finance Colombia has reached out to Ultra Air multiple times for comment but has received no response.
Posted On March 23, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Intellias expects to hire up to 60 specialists in Colombia by the end of 2023
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Ukraine-Origin IT Outsourcer Intellias Opens Colombian Operations With Big Plans For Continued Expansion

Intellias expects to hire up to 60 specialists in Colombia by the end of 2023.
Posted On March 22, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Avianca Now Noncommittal On Viva Acquisition After Colombian Regulators Impose Conditions On Deal

After demanding government approval of the deal, Avianca suddenly claims it has to "wait and see." Did Avianca want to kill Viva all along?
Posted On March 22, 2023
, By Loren Moss
StormArmour
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Tecnoglass Subsidiary ES Windows, Along With Storm Shield, Launch StormArmour Sliding Door Protection Product

ES Windows, a subsidiary of Barranquilla, Colombia based architectural glass and aluminum products manufacturer Tecnoglass (NYSE: TGLS) together with Storm Shield Windows & Doors  have developed a new product called StormArmour, that is expected to eliminate 99% of water intrusion from sliding doors during...
Posted On March 22, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo: Loren Moss
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Collective Mining Raises $30 Million Equity Round To Continue Developing Guayabales Project

The net proceeds will advance the Guayabales Project at its site near Supía, Caldas, Colombia,
Posted On March 22, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo © Loren Moss
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Colombian Aviation Regulators Unblock Avianca’s Acquisition Of Viva, But Critical Questions Remain

The decision provides a remedy for passengers and travel agents, but will Viva ever fly again?
Posted On March 22, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Arajet
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Arajet Launches Additional Connectivity Between Colombia & The Dominican Republic

Arajet will offer two weekly frequencies from Cibao International Airport to and from El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, Colombia.
Posted On March 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Juan Manuel Barrientos
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Colombian Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos Returns To Telemundo For 2nd TV Season

Barrientos has been recognized as one of Colombia's best chefs, with Michelin stars at his stateside restaurants.
Posted On March 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Flora Growth to Announce 2022 Year End Results April 3, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. ET

Following the webcast, Flora management will open the call to analysts in a Q&A format.
Posted On March 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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A Strange Silence Befalls Colombian Government Regarding Avianca – Viva Acquisition

Bloomberg is reporting an Aerocivil approval based on leaked information, but both airlines say they know nothing.
Posted On March 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
José Alfonso Ovalle from the Nativos Agency (photo: Loren Moss)
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Nature & Indigenous Culture: José Alfonso Ovalle Explains Why Caquetá Is A Must-Visit Region of Colombia

Caquetá is a Colombian travel destination where the Amazon, Orinoco & Andes regions all converge.
Posted On March 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
The Gilinski family already owns several businesses in Colombia
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Grupo Nutresa Files Criminal Complaints In Takeover Battle WIth Jaime Gilinski & IHC

The lawsuit battles between Jaime Gilinski’s companies and Grupo Nutresa continues as both sides received blows to their cases against each other last week.
Posted On March 20, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Tecnoglass launches on the NYSE
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Tecnoglass to Present at the Sidoti Spring Virtual Small-Cap Conference

A replay of the webcast will be available after the event.
Posted On March 20, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo courtesy EPM
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EPM Signs New Credit Agreement With French Development Agency To Finance Community Projects

EPM and the French Development Agency signed a second credit contract aimed at funding EPM’s social projects.
Posted On March 17, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Photo: Agencia Nacional de Minería
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Explosion in Sutatausa, Cundinamarca Mines Kill 21 Miners Despite Colombian Government Rescue Efforts

Reports say the explosion was due to the airborne presence of methane and coal dust in the mine.
Posted On March 16, 2023
, By Loren Moss
JetSmart jet on the runway.
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Jetsmart Inks Deal To Purchase Colombian Low-Cost Airline Ultra Air

The merger of Jetsmart and Ultra could fill the void in the Colombian market left by Viva's collapse.
Posted On March 16, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo: Violence in Bajo Cauca from Twitter account of Antioquia governor Ánibal Gaviria
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Violence in Bajo Cauca Over Illegal Mining Dispute Continues As Colombian Government Seeks To Restore Order

Violence continues in Colombia's Northwest as the Clan del Golfo mafia resists the government's efforts to stop illegal gold mining.
Posted On March 16, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Augusto Rodriguez Ballesteros Director UNP
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Director Of Colombia’s Government Protection Service Survives Assassination Attempt; Inside Job Suspected

The director for UNP, Augusto Rodríguez, suffered an assassination attempt as he continues his investigation on the alleged irregularities and corruption found within the agency.
Posted On March 15, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Felipe Bayon Ecopetrol Colombia Oil
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Ecopetrol Announces Record Increase in Revenues for 2022

Ecopetrol announced a record increase in revenue for 2022, and shared the progress of some of their programs looking into the future.
Posted On March 15, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
ACICAM’s President, Andrés Zuluaga (photo: Loren Moss)
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Interview: Colombia’s Leather & Footwear Industry Show Their Wares At Annual Industry Event

Industry representative Andrés Zuluaga says that Colombia's sustainable leather industry has vast untapped potential.
Posted On March 13, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Above photo: Tecnoglass products make up the facade of distinctive architecture such as Fordham University (photo courtesy of Tecnoglass)
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Tecnoglass Raises Dividend By 20% After Reporting Record Results

The company’s next quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share will be payable on April 28, 2023.
Posted On March 13, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo: Policia Nacional de Colombia (twitter)
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Civil Unrest Causes Mineros S.A. To Temporarily Suspend Nechi Operations

Mineros is victim of a dispute between mafia-backed illegal miners and the Colombian government.
Posted On March 13, 2023
, By Loren Moss
What jumps out: A quiet one
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What Jumps Out: A Quiet One

With a dearth of economic data, attention has focused on the Bajo Cauca unrest.
Posted On March 10, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
https://twitter.com/pierreonzaga/status/1626035475281596417?s=20
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Protests Against Petro’s Health Reform Far Exceed Marches By Supporters

Bogotá's Mayor said while 2,000 people came to the pro-Petro marches, over 15,000 protestors came to the anti-Petro protests.
Posted On March 9, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Nancy Gonzalez
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Fashion Designer Nancy González Submits To Extradition To Face Charges In The US

Gonzalez decided not to fight extradition to the US, in part because she believes US prison conditions would be better than her current Colombian lockup.
Posted On March 8, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Hidroituango Unit 3
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Maximum Uncertainty As EPM Declares Chinese-Colombian Consortium Ineligible for Hidroituango Project

After mismanaging contractor relationships, EPM is left without a contractor to finish its Hidroituango hydroelectric project.
Posted On March 8, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Alexandra Agudelo Ruiz
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Medellín Secretary of Education Resigns Amidst Childhood Programs Corruption Scandal

Daniel Quintero's education secretary is now under house arrest as a massive corruption scandal unfolds.
Posted On March 8, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Photo: Eafit
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Carlos Gustavo Cano Leaves Ecopetrol Board of Directors, More Changes Expected

President Gustavo Petro, a petroleum industry opponent, is making move to align the board of directors to his ideology.
Posted On March 8, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
What Jumps Out: Politics & Prices
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What Jumps Out: Politics & Prices

The absolutely key takeaway from these developments is the fact that the institutions of Colombia are holding very firm.
Posted On March 7, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
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Interview: Australia’s Ambassador Explains The Country’s Growing Bilateral Relationship With Colombia

Australian Ambassador Bernard Unkles explains to Finance Colombia's Loren Moss why Australians are taking such an interest in Colombia...and vice versa.
Posted On March 6, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Above photo of Medellín's
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Colombian Valentine’s Day Flower Exports Resisting Inflationary Pressures

Higher costs and supply chain challenges are pressuring Colombian flower exports.
Posted On March 5, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Only in Colombia?
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What Jumps Out: Only In Colombia?

President Petro has asked the Prosecutor's office to investigate his own son and brother for alleged irregularities.
Posted On March 3, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
Colombiamar 2023 Congress
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Maritime Security Challenges Demand Better Defense Technology

Thales will be present at the Colombiamar 2023 naval conference in Cartagena.
Posted On March 3, 2023
, By Editorial Staff
Social Security
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Urgent News For US Social Security Recipients In Colombia

New enforcement activity by the US federal government may cause lawful but unresponsive recipients to lose benefits.
Posted On March 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Mintransporte Guillermo Reyes
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Colombian Minister of Transportation Speaks Out On Viva Situation, Government Actions

Government inspectors took evidence from Viva & Avianca offices, while Avianca's CEO & General Counsel left the country.
Posted On March 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Arajet approach at Princess Juliana International Airport in St. Maarten
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Arajet Offers Relief for Stranded Viva Passengers Between Colombia & The Dominican Republic

Arajet is offering certain Viva passengers with disrupted trajectories between Colombia & The Dominican Republic $19 fares.
Posted On March 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Tecnoglass
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Tecnoglass Reports Record-Breaking 2022 Full Year, Q4 Results

Record Q4 Gross Margin, Operating Margin, Net Income, Adjusted EPS & Free Cash Flow
Posted On March 2, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Avianca
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Avianca & Easyfly Annouce Expanded Codeshare Agreement At ANATO Travel Industry Event

During ANATO 2023, Avianca's Julio Ordoñez explains the expanded tie-up with Easyfly
Posted On March 1, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
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Interview: ColombiaMar Naval & Military Technology Event Returns To Cartagena

Admiral Luis Fernando Márquez Velosa Explains why ColombiaMar is so important for Latin American & Caribbean Naval Defense
Posted On March 1, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Viva Protest Photo © Loren Moss
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VIVA GROUNDED, CREW TAKE TO STREETS IN PROTEST SUPPORTING AIRLINE

Viva last night suspended aviation operations, saying that the low cost carrier has run out of resources and options while waiting on a decision by Colombian government regulators.
Posted On February 28, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Politics, Politics
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What Jumps Out: Politics Politics

On the markets the Peso had a bumpy week before recovering somewhat by Friday.
Posted On February 27, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
A bit of everything
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What Jumps Out: A Bit Of Everything

The nationwide taxi protests did not have the effect the cabbies expected.
Posted On February 24, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
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Company in Ituango PC-SC Consortium Does Not Meet Requirements to Work on Hidroituango

Despite having lowered the requirements on the behest of the bidding consortium, the EPM has rejected one of the companies in them due to allegedly not meeting them anyways.
Posted On February 22, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Making Sense Of The Players Competing To Acquire The Low Cost Carrier (photo: Loren Moss)
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The Hunt For Viva – Making Sense Of The Players Competing To Acquire The Low Cost Carrier

The battle for control of Viva goes far beyond Avianca, Jetsmart & Latam. Here are some of the key players
Posted On February 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo © Loren Moss
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Understand The Potentially Costly Laws Regarding Tax Residence In Colombia

Misunderstanding of Colombian tax law can lead to extremely costly double taxation & expensive penalties - even jail!
Posted On February 21, 2023
, By Humberto Rodriguez
passport courtesy kpgolfpro - pixabay
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US Embassy To Hold US Passport Acceptance Days In Medellín March 16-17

Appointments are essential in order to receive services. Please follow instructions carefully.
Posted On February 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Vice President of Colombia, Francia Márquez Mina (left) with Cuban President Miguel Díaz Canel
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Op-Ed: Vice President Francia Marquez Would Love To Doom Colombia’s Health System

Marquez wants the Cuban system. Petro promises more limited reforms...for now.
Posted On February 21, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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What Jumps Out: Tough Moments

It's doubtful it will be a quiet week in Colombia - but have a good one.
Posted On February 21, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
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Avianca Defends Its Acquisition of Viva, Offers Concessions To Regulators

Avianca is offering concessions to regulators to keep its Viva acquisition alive.
Posted On February 18, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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What Jumps Out: News Fest

Colombia is very rarely, if ever, bereft of news, and this week was no exception. In fact it was a bit of a doozy!
Posted On February 17, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
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Bad To Worse: Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro Tells Neighborhood Organizations To Install Their Own Fiber Optic Infrastructure

Petro is confusing fiber optics with public wi-fi hotspots and demonstrates a lack of understanding of telecommunications in his desire to create a socialist utopia.
Posted On February 17, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo courtesy Latam
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Latam Airlines Joins Avianca & Jetsmart With Offer To Acquire Viva

A Viva acquisition by a strong competitor like Latam could be disastrous for Avianca.
Posted On February 16, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Main Breccia system is a high-grade and bulk tonnage, copper-silver-gold porphyry-related breccia
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Collective Mining’s Ari Sussman To Present At The OTC Markets Virtual Precious Metals Conference

The Main Breccia system is a high-grade and bulk tonnage, copper-silver-gold porphyry-related breccia
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Andrés Romero, Pricesmart’s country manager for Colombia
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Exclusive Interview: Pricesmart Assures All Permits In Order For Poblado, 2nd Medellín & 10th Colombia Location Pledges To Be A Good Neighbor

Pricesmart's country manager for Colombia discusses in detail the issues around the warehouse club's 2nd Medellín location.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Buriticá photo: Loren Moss
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Editorial Opinion: The Sad Case of Zijin Mining In Colombia

Zijin would do well to earn the hearts and minds of the locals rather than demanding that distant politicians fight its battles.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Colombia’s Supreme Court on February 3rd reaffirmed the conviction and sentencing of former Minister of Agriculture Andrés Felipe Arias Leiva for corruption years after Arias and his legal team pushed for his conviction to be reviewed.
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Former Agriculture Minister & International Fugitive Andrés Felipe Arias Loses Final Corruption Appeal

Arias fled to the US claiming political persecution but the US sent him back to Colombia to face his corruption charges.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Last week in Colombia was one totally bereft of either macro data or economic surveys; this week will be the polar opposite.
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What Jumps Out: Protest Week?

Last week in Colombia was one totally bereft of either macro data or economic surveys; this week will be the polar opposite.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
Bogotá's mayor Claudia Lopez and Colombian President Gustavo Petro traveling together to the meeting of Colombian capital cities in Guaviare credit: Andrea Puentes - Presidencia de la República
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Bogotá Metro Threatened As Colombia’s President Petro Insists On Redesigning Project Into A Subway, Mayor Claudia Lopez Stands Firm

Since his days as Bogotá's mayor, Petro has insisted on an underground subway. Now as President, he hopes to force his vision on current mayor Lopez.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Violent taxi protest: Taxi drivers threw eggs at passing cars Photo© Loren Moss
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Colombian Taxi Guild Again Threatens Chaos, Airport Takeovers, Upset Over Driver Platforms Like Über, InDriver, DiDI

Too many of Bogotá's taxi drivers actually drive passengers to use alternative digital platforms through their often deplorable and unethical behavior.
Posted On February 14, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Pricesmart Poblado photo © Loren Moss
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Medellín Officials Begin Revocation Process Of Pricesmart Building Permits

Finance Colombia has reached out to PriceSmart multiple times but to date has received no comment on the matter.
Posted On February 13, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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Petro Administration Releases New National Development Plan Promising Massive Social Policy Shift

Gustavo Petro's plan proposes massive social reform and a change in Colombia's priorities. The price tag is estimated at $250 billion COP.
Posted On February 11, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
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Colombian Low-Cost Airline Viva To Enter Financial Reorganization

The airline is not filing for bankruptcy but a form of non-judicial reorganization permitted under Colombian law during the COVID pandemic.
Posted On February 10, 2023
, By Loren Moss
the week of oil
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What Jumps Out: The Week of Oil

The oil sector dominated the headlines for a variety of reasons this week…and most of it was good news.
Posted On February 10, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
https://twitter.com/ArturoCharC
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Arturo Char Resigns From Colombian Senate To Fight Vote-Buying Allegations

Char is accused by former senator Aida Merlano, a former lover of his brother Alex, who herself is a fugitive from justice.
Posted On February 9, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
JetSmart jet on the runway.
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Jetsmart Offers To Buy Viva, Further Disrupting Avianca-Viva Airline Merger Plan, Viva & Avianca Respond

A Jetsmart-Viva tieup could pose a serious threat to the Abra Group strategy of consolidating the South American airline market.
Posted On February 8, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo - Cristian Garavito Cruz - Presidencia de la República
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Colombian Foreign Ministry’s New Dress Code Stirs Controversy

Critics point out that the President himself doesn't comply with the sartorial standards.
Posted On February 7, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
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Flora Growth Expects $90-$105 Million USD Revenues For Fiscal 2023

Flora's Forecasted growth incorporates Flora’s new German-based business through the acquisition of Franchise Global Health.
Posted On February 7, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Tecnoglass at NASDAQ Opening Bell
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Tecnoglass To Announce Q4 & Full Year 2022 Results On March 2 Conference Call

The company is coming off a strong year that saw it jump from NASDAQ to the NYSE, and defeat a short selling campaign while showing record revenues.
Posted On February 7, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Graphic: Melisa Murialdo
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Colombia Saw Inflation Spike To 13.2%, One Of The Five Highest Levels In Latin America

In contrast to the year 2021 that ended with inflation of 5.62%, in 2022, historically high annual inflation was recorded for Colombia of 13.12%, that is, 7.5 points higher than the previous year, a peak level that had not been registered since 1999, 23 years ago. The Ukraine-Russia war has affected fuel and food...
Posted On February 7, 2023
, By Melissa Murialdo
In many markets PriceSmart is the only reliable source for high quality grocery imports from the US, such as whole turkeys or authentic bacon, ham, cheeses & condiments.
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Construction Permit Irregularities Alleged In Second Medellín PriceSmart Location

Local officials and neighborhood representatives say construction permits were improperly issued.
Posted On February 7, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Pricesmart photo © Loren Moss
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Pricesmart To Increase Dividends By 7% Appoints Former Costco Executive To Board

Interim CEO Robert Price co-founded Pricesmart along with his late father, Sol Price.
Posted On February 6, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
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Colombia Transfixed By Murder Of Young DJ While American Suspect Captured Fleeing To Turkey

The suspect was on the run from divorce proceedings back in Wisconsin, and killed the 23-year old Colombian in a fit of jealous rage.
Posted On February 6, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Photo: Twitter @ArisMining
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Aris Mining Reports Steady Gold Production With Its Colombian Mines in 2022; Expansion Planned

Marmato says it plans to spend $19 million on expanding the lifetime of the mines.
Posted On February 6, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
What jumps out: A quiet week ahead?
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What Jumps Out: A Quiet Week Ahead?

Foreigners now own $26 billion USD in local Colombian debt.
Posted On February 6, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
Photo: By Russotp - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0,
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Colombian Military Tracks 2nd Chinese Spy Balloon Across Its Airspace

The Chinese spy balloon did not follow established international communications or civil aviation safety protocols.
Posted On February 4, 2023
, By Loren Moss
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What Jumps Out: Quite The Week

Inflation seeks to be the highest in Colombia since 1999 based on DANE statistics.
Posted On February 3, 2023
, By Rupert Stebbings
The controversy centers around Laura Daniela Beltrán Palomares, a social media activist better known as Lalis
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Colombian “Influencer” Receives Fat Government Contracts, Watchdogs Accuse Petro Government of Passing Out “Marmalade”

The controversy centers around Laura Daniela Beltrán Palomares, a social media activist better known as Lalis
Posted On February 2, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
Photo of Juan Camilo Mergesh courtesy ACI Medellín
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Juan Camilo Mergesh Appointed New Executive Director of ACI Medellín

Mergesh comes from France, where he studied and worked as an attorney.
Posted On February 1, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Medellín Mayor Daniel Quintero (photo Twitter)
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Report Suggests New Hidroituango Contractors Have Troubled History

A new report has put into question the competency of the new contractors tasked to finishing the Hidroituango project in Medellín.
Posted On February 1, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
AKT is a Colombian domestic motorcycle manufacturer with plans to expand internationally.
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Colombia Mandatory Accident Insurance Policy Issuance Up 48% After Government Discount Measures Introduced

Between December 19 and January 18, 2023, more than 1.3 million policies have already been issued.
Posted On February 1, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Photo courtesy Celsia
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Celsia Launches Siemens-Built Digital Substation In Tolima, Colombia

By using fiber optic technology, the new substation reduces copper use by 60%.
Posted On January 27, 2023
, By Loren Moss
Otoniel photo from Twitter account of President Ivan Duque
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Narcotics Kingpin & Gangster Otoniel Pleads Guilty in US, Faces Potential Life Sentence

Otoniel is the leader of the dangerous "Clan del Golfo" based near Colombia's Caribbean coast.
Posted On January 25, 2023
, By Elle F. Yap
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