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S&P Global Ratings lowers Colombia's credit rating to BB- as persistent deficits and policy shifts challenge economic stability in 2026.

The first round of voting will take place on May 31. If no candidate secures a majority, a runoff between the top two will be held on June 21

The largest forces in Colombia’s new Congress will be the left-wing Pacto Histórico with 22% of the vote, and the right-wing Centro Democrático with 15%. The next president will likely have to govern through coalitions and alliances.

Following the March 8 primaries, Colombia’s presidential race now centers on six candidates, although some may withdraw or join to alliances after weak results.

Colombia’s Congressional elections this Sunday, March 8 are critical, as they will determine the legislators responsible for shaping the country’s laws over the next four years.

Legislators are elected this weekend, but so are primary candidates for the May 31 Colombian presidential election.

Despite Iván Cepeda's strong showing in the primary, weak turnout may indicate that Colombians are tired of Gustavo Petro's populist antics and "revolutionary" politics.

The court ruled the lower court’s conviction flawed, citing serious errors and bias that violated the former president's due process rights.

Medellín's mayor actually reported Colombia's President to US authorities for suspected ties to the Colombian underworld.

Roa and Jaramillo face court demands for over $2.25 billion COP in unpaid debts to Sociedad Aérea de Ibagué.