Tag #Colombia

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UK Revokes Colombia's Visa Exemption Amid Immigration Reform

The UK revoked Colombia's two-year-old visa exemption, citing a need to reform its immigration system; this decision disproportionately affects Colombians despite the country not being among the top asylum-seeking nations.

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No Solution Found for Threatened Deportation of Colombian Care Workers in Germany

A meeting at the Lower Saxony Interior Ministry failed to resolve the threatened deportation of ten Colombian care workers from a Wilstedt nursing home, prompting a large online petition and federal intervention.

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Global Anti-Drug Operation Nets Six Narco-Submarines, 1,400 Tons of Drugs

In a massive international anti-drug operation, Colombian authorities seized six narco-submarines laden with cocaine, along with over 1,400 tons of drugs, including 225 tons of cocaine, between October 1 and November 14, highlighting the growing sophistication of drug trafficking.

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UK Reinstates Visas for Colombians

Colombians will need a visa to enter the UK starting December 24, 2023, due to misuse of the previous visa-free period by a minority, impacting tourism and business travel.

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Colombian Community Protects Biodiversity with EU Support

The Afro-descendant community of La Plata in Colombia's Bahia Malaga Natural Park faces challenges to its sustainable piangua harvesting, but with EU support is working to preserve its resources and culture.

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Top Tren de Aragua Leader Arrested in Colombia

A top leader of the notorious Tren de Aragua gang was captured in Colombia, highlighting successful international cooperation in fighting transnational crime.

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Colombia Healthcare System Faces 14 Trillion Peso Deficit

Colombia's healthcare system is experiencing a severe financial crisis, with EPS entities spending 109 pesos for every 100 received in 2024, leading to a 5.9-14 trillion peso deficit, impacting patient care and causing increased debt to healthcare providers and legal actions.

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Colombia Averts Blackout, But Financial Crisis Looms in Energy Sector

Delayed rains have increased Colombia's reservoir levels, decreasing the immediate risk of a widespread blackout; however, a 7 trillion peso (US \$1.7 billion) government debt in energy subsidies, coupled with insufficient infrastructure, poses a significant long-term threat to energy security.

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UK Reinstates Visas for Colombian Tourists Amid Asylum Surge

The UK government reinstated visa requirements for Colombian tourists starting November 26th, 2024, due to a massive increase in asylum applications and border rejections from Colombian citizens since the visa waiver was introduced in November 2022.

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Colombia's Peace Talks Show Promise

Peace negotiations in Colombia show promise, with the Comuneros del Sur talks potentially influencing other peace processes. The government's 'territorial' approach focuses on localized agreements.

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Colombia's Afro-community protects biodiversity with EU support

An Afro-descendant community in Colombia's Bahia Malaga protects its biodiversity through sustainable fishing practices, with support from the European Union.

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+57 Song Controversy

A collaborative song by renowned Colombian reggaeton artists sparked a heated debate about sexualizing minors, leading to lyric changes and apologies.

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