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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

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

May 31, 2022

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

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In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

May 31, 2022

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

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Adapt intelligence capabilities for new threats

By Kiron K. Skinner and David R. Shedd

Colombia continues to grapple with internal security challenges years after the peace agreement. The United States should continue to work with Colombia to address evolving security threats.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Think broader to advance security

By Juan Carlos Pinzón

Advancing the US-Colombia security relationship through innovation is in the best interest of both countries. A stronger Colombia can spur democracy and freedom in the Western Hemisphere, while a weaker Colombia opens the door to regional violence and instability. Colombia cannot fall or fail.

Colombia Conflict

In-Depth Research & Reports

May 31, 2022

Ensure a whole-of-government approach

By Rebecca Bill Chavez

Despite the great potential to achieve long-term peace throughout Colombia, without a well-funded whole-of- government approach focused on social recovery of territory, these efforts run the risk of not living up to their promise and that of the 2016 peace accord.

Colombia Conflict