Tag #Gustavo Petro

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Bogotá's Historic Center: Security Measures Restrict Public Access

In Bogotá, Colombia, President Gustavo Petro's security measures around the Casa de Nariño have severely limited public access to the historic city center, contradicting his initial promises of openness and impacting tourism and local businesses, despite citizen complaints and legal challenges.

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Failed Pacification of El Plateado Highlights Colombia's Peace Process Challenges

In Colombia's El Plateado, dissident FARC groups, described by President Petro as a narco-trafficking army with foreign ties, held 29 security forces members hostage for three days before releasing them; despite government interventions, including military operations and a new intervention strategy,...

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Colombia's Agrarian Reform: 494,000 Hectares Acquired, 10% Sector Growth

Colombia's Agriculture Minister Martha Carvajalino reports a 10% sector growth in 2024's second half, driven by campesino agriculture and increased exports. The government aims for agro-food power, and 494,000 hectares of land have been acquired (250,000 distributed) through voluntary purchases for ...

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Benedetti's Resurgence: Power Broker in Colombian Politics

Following past controversies, Armando Benedetti has become a powerful figure in the Colombian government under President Gustavo Petro, tasked with stabilizing the administration and preparing for the succession, significantly impacting the upcoming elections.

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Petro Accepts Resignations Amidst Colombian Government Reshuffle

Colombian President Gustavo Petro accepted the resignations of Minister Luis Carlos Reyes and DNP director Alexander López Maya on Thursday, following a February cabinet meeting that exposed internal government conflicts, leading to a cabinet reshuffle aimed at improving governance and policy implem...

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Petro Appoints Controversial Figure Benedetti as Political Chief

President Gustavo Petro's controversial appointment of Armando Benedetti as the head of his political strategy in Colombia has sparked widespread concern due to Benedetti's legal issues and potential impact on the 2026 elections, raising questions about Petro's commitment to ethical governance and t...

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Petro's Referendum: A Risky Gamble for Colombia's Democracy"

Colombian President Gustavo Petro's proposed referendum on healthcare and labor reforms, bypassing Congress, risks deepening political polarization and undermining public trust, mirroring the failures of past referendums and potentially exacerbating the country's fragile peace process.

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Benedetti's Political Resurrection Fuels Colombia's Health Reform

After facing scandal and exile, Colombian politician Armando Benedetti played a pivotal role in securing passage of the health reform bill in the House of Representatives, showcasing the pragmatic nature of Colombian politics and President Gustavo Petro's willingness to utilize diverse political str...

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Colombia's Labor Reform Archived in Senate

Colombia's Senate Commission Seven voted to archive President Gustavo Petro's labor reform bill on Tuesday, following protests by SENA unionists; eight senators signed a motion to kill the bill, citing concerns about its impact on employment and productivity; the government is working to revive it.

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Colombian House Approves Petro's Health Reform"))

Colombia's House of Representatives approved President Gustavo Petro's health reform on Thursday, a major victory for his administration after two months of instability. The bill, which seeks to fundamentally change the nation's healthcare system, will now proceed to the Senate.

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Colombia's Health Reform Delayed by Government-Court Dispute

Colombian President Gustavo Petro's health reform is stalled in Congress due to a legal battle between the Health Ministry and the Constitutional Court over payments to health insurers, exposing a power struggle between the executive and judicial branches and delaying the implementation of a key pol...

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Icetex Eliminates Student Loan Subsidies, Sparking Educational Access Concerns in Colombia

The Colombian government's elimination of interest rate subsidies on Icetex student loans, due to fiscal constraints, will impact approximately 300,000 students and graduates, increasing loan costs by 12.2% to 17.2% annually and contradicting President Petro's campaign promises.

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