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Report Nov 30, 2023

Advancing US-Colombia cooperation on drug policy and law enforcement

By Atlantic Council US-Colombia Advisory Group

Consumption and price of the drug has remained stable in the United States in recent years. However, the current trend of falling coca leaf and cocaine prices in Colombia present a natural incentive for coca growers to find alternative forms of income, which could mean a higher rate of success for alternative development programs.

Civil Society Colombia

New Atlanticist Nov 13, 2023

What Colombia’s ambitious new anti-drug plan means for US relations

By Lucie Kneip and Geoff Ramsey

The Colombian government recently unveiled a new ten-year drug strategy, attempting to break from a half-century of policies that have failed to curb coca production.

Americas Colombia

New Atlanticist Apr 21, 2023

Can Colombia and the United States get on the same page?

By Atlantic Council experts

The two countries find themselves at odds on counternarcotics policy, but in synch on climate. Our experts break down the presidents’ Oval Office meeting

Colombia Latin America

US-Colombia Advisory Group

The Atlantic Council’s US-Colombia Advisory Council, with Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Bill Hagerty (R-TN) as honorary co-chairs, is a nonpartisan, binational, and multi-sectoral group committed to advancing a whole-of-society approach to addressing the most vital policy issues facing the US-Colombia relationship—with a recognition of the broader implications for bilateral interests across the region more broadly.

Voces de impacto: Conversations with US and Colombian leaders and changemakers

The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center (AALAC) is sitting down with US and Colombian thought leaders and change agents to discuss their impactful work and creative solutions for communities and territories across Colombia.

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Voces de impacto: Conversations with US and Colombian leaders and changemakers

Join the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center for conversations that highlight traditionally underrepresented voices from across Colombian society.

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In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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