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Colombia

In-Depth Research & Reports

Advance democracy, security and rule of law

By Bill Brownfield

Go behind the scenes of the launching of Plan Colombia and explore the balancing act between the “hard side” and “soft side” of the foreign policy community, and how the flexibility of both sides and commitment of US and Colombian government made it a success.

Colombia
Latin America

Issue Brief

Russia’s war on global food security

By Anders Åslund

Russia’s war on Ukraine has sparked sea changes in global politics on a historic scale. As the West grapples with how to move forward, addressing Russia’s culpability in exploiting a global food crisis—and mitigating the damage—is essential.

Central Europe
Crisis Management

Oil pump at sunset

In-Depth Research & Reports

Special investment case study

By Vicki Hollub

When I was asked to become the inaugural chair of the US-Colombia Business Council in 2017, I agreed without hesitation. My work in supporting two different administrations to help broaden and deepen bilateral social and economic ties is rooted in the extensive his- tory of Occidental Petroleum (“Oxy”) in Colombia. Almost forty years have passed […]

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Partner for sustainable pathways

By Paula Caballero and Sarah Gammage

The United States and Colombia can play a key role in supporting green recovery and nature-positive futures by applying the commitments and frameworks they have pledged to uphold to shift the balance of fossil fuels and renewables in their energy sourcing.

Climate Change & Climate Action
Colombia

In-Depth Research & Reports

Deepen conservation partnerships

By John B. Gantt

The United States has had a long, valuable collaboration with Colombia to conserve nature, biodiversity, and sustainable natural resources; prospects for further progress are promising.

Climate Change & Climate Action
Colombia

In-Depth Research & Reports

Innovate to protect our ecosystems

By Sandra Valenzuela

Mobilizing financial mechanisms and methods to reduce deforestation, preserve Colombia’s biodiversity, and promote social inclusion and governance are ongoing challenges. Here’s how Colombia and the United States could accomplish these goals.

Climate Change & Climate Action
Colombia

In-Depth Research & Reports

Prioritize internally displaced people

By Elizabeth Ferris

The history of internal displacement in Colombia, government responses, and the impact of the 2011 Victims Law and 2016 peace agreement provide the foundation for understanding recent challenges—and possible solutions— to continued and new displacements.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Support a holistic migration strategy

By Andrew Selee and Diego Chavez-González

Colombia has welcomed displaced Venezuelans with open arms, setting a global example. Continuing and deepening these policies will remain challenging and require even greater US and international support.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Recognize the power of music

By Leila Cobo

Colombian musicians have become global leaders. They are the single-most recognized ambassadors of the country’s culture, folklore, and traditions. They are vocal agents of change, thanks to an ever-growing number of artistic collaborations and an increasingly solid business infrastructure.

Colombia
Education

In-Depth Research & Reports

Share the Colombian American dream

By John Leguizamo

Colombian Americans are integral to the arts and culture in the United States. From an immigrant working-class family in Queens to a renowned artist in theater, film, and television, I share my story and aspiration for other Colombians to seize their dreams and follow in my path.

Colombia
Education

In-Depth Research & Reports

Diversify the bilateral agenda

By Maria Claudia Lacouture

Overcoming Colombia’s security challenges will require investment, job creation, and a strong social agenda. The United States should play a key role in this endeavor.

Colombia
Economy & Business

In-Depth Research & Reports

Advance energy transformation

By Thomas F. “Mack” Mclarty, III

Colombia and the United States could offer solutions to the world as it seeks to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Make bold bets

By Luis Alberto Moreno

Colombia and the United States are uniquely positioned to enjoy an exceptional commercial partnership. Achieving this will require a level of ambition, coordination, and commitment comparable to what enabled Plan Colombia.

Colombia
Economy & Business

In-Depth Research & Reports

Invest in peace

By Howard G. Buffett

Colombia is poised to prove to the world that it will be known for the peace it has brokered at home rather than the conflict endured for fifty years. This requires an enormous investment in development and close coordination among all stakeholders to ensure these commitments meet the needs of the people most affected.

Colombia
Economy & Business

In-Depth Research & Reports

Improve productivity

By Rosario Córdoba

Colombia must grow at high and sustained rates to increase economic and social development. Improving productivity would lead to increased growth, sustainability, equality, and inclusion.

Colombia
Economy & Business

Aerial view of high-rise buildings in Bogota, Colombia.

In-Depth Research & Reports

Forge a strong democracy

By Alejandro Eder

The US-Colombia alliance has achieved seemingly impossible feats over decades of close collaboration. Ensuring Colombia becomes a fully developed liberal democracy is the next step.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Learn from a democratic culture

By Kevin Whitaker

For decades, Colombia, through adversity and prosperity, has counted on one undeniable truth: the strength of its democracy.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Commit to democracy

By Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky

Through our security cooperation, counter-narcotics efforts, promotion of civil society, and environmental initiatives, we are supporting a strong foundation for democracy and the rule of law to flourish in Colombia.

Colombia
Latin America

In-Depth Research & Reports

Invest in diversity and inclusion

By Gregory W. Meeks

Without the participation of Afro-Colombians, Indigenous communities, and women, it is unlikely we will achieve lasting peace and stability in Colombia and meet our global climate goals. Those in power— including Congress—must make the systemic change needed for these groups to be part of the solution.

Colombia
Human Rights

In-Depth Research & Reports

Recognize the high stakes

By Michael T. McCaul

The achievements of the US-Colombia relationship have laid the foundation for what must be a new era of increased, deepened collaboration to confront new and emerging threats.

Colombia
Latin America

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