Santos ‘fortunately’ not in Obama’s position
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has said he “fortunately” is not in the position of his U.S. counterpart Barack Obama, who, unlike Santos, is facing heavy opposition in Congress. In…
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has said he “fortunately” is not in the position of his U.S. counterpart Barack Obama, who, unlike Santos, is facing heavy opposition in Congress. In…
The First Colombia-Brazil Investment Forum is taking place today in Bogota, inaugurated by Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and former Brazilian President Luis Ignacio Lula Da Silva, local media reported…
Congressional leaders said on Wednesday they have agreed upon a path to approve three long-delayed free trade agreements, including one with Colombia, and a program to help U.S. workers who…
The future of a long-stalled free trade agreement with the U.S. is “very uncertain” because of the U.S. debt crisis and a growing polarization between Democrats and Republicans, said Colombia’s…
U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk said on Tuesday he is optimistic Congress will pass free trade pacts with Colombia, South Korea and Panama shortly after lawmakers return in September from…
The last few years have seen several influential works which highlight the importance of trade agreements that are tailor-made to the circumstances of the countries involved. These writings raise important…
The all-consuming negotiations in Washington on the nation’s debt and deficit may not leave any time this summer for Congress to finalize a free trade agreements with Colombia backed by…
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urged Congress on Tuesday to approve pending free trade agreements (FTAs), including one with Colombia, in order to stimulate the U.S. economy and job…
The U.S. debate on a free trade agreement (FAT) with Colombia has become such a mindless, partisan battle that Democrats, Republicans, lobbying labor unions and trade organizations have completely forgotten…