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Petro Calls for Colombian Referendum on Labor and Health Reforms

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced a national referendum on his stalled labor and health reforms, enabling citizens to directly decide their fate through a simple yes/no vote requiring over 13.6 million votes to be valid.

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Petro and López's Feud Intensifies Ahead of 2026 Colombian Elections

President Gustavo Petro and former Bogotá mayor Claudia López are engaged in a fierce public battle, escalating as the 2026 elections approach; Petro's accusations against López, including labeling her 'worse than Uribe,' are fracturing political coalitions and intensifying the aggressive election c...

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Petro's Social Reforms Face Crucial Test in Colombia

President Gustavo Petro of Colombia is facing a crucial deadline to pass three key social reforms before the upcoming elections. His pension reform has already been passed by the legislature but now faces a potential rejection by the Constitutional Court. He is attempting to regain legislative suppo...

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Petro Admits Flight on Drug Trafficker's Plane Amidst Campaign Infiltration Attempts

President Gustavo Petro publicly admitted to flying on the plane of drug trafficker "Papá Pitufo", revealing several attempts by the trafficker and others to blackmail and infiltrate his presidential campaign, including a suspicious $100,000 donation, leading to ongoing investigations.

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Colombia's Corruption Perception Index Falls Amidst Multiple Government Scandals

Colombia's 2024 Corruption Perception Index score fell to 39, down one point from 2023, due to multiple scandals involving the UNGRD, Ecopetrol, and President Petro's campaign, highlighting challenges in the government's anti-corruption efforts.

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Petro's Government Faces Implosion Amidst Internal Conflict and US Trade Dispute

Colombian President Gustavo Petro faces a severe governmental crisis fueled by internal dissent over the appointment of Armando Benedetti, leading to resignations and a potential trade war with the US after a public clash with Donald Trump; the situation threatens the stability of Petro's administra...

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Colombian Government's Tanker Truck Scandal Exposes Deep-Rooted Corruption

The Colombian government's pre-election spending of a large sum on useless tanker trucks with a 100% cost overrun, reveals a kleptocratic system where corruption is rampant across multiple government branches, hindering accountability.

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Bogotá Mayor Rejects National Savanna Environmental Resolution, Threatening Legal Action

Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán rejected a national government environmental resolution for the Bogotá savanna, citing illegality and unconstitutionality, threatening legal action and claiming it jeopardizes key infrastructure projects and violates territorial autonomy; the former environment min...

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Ambiguous Street Protests in Colombia Reflect Uncertainty Surrounding Petro's Presidency

Amidst widespread dissatisfaction with President Petro's administration in Colombia, the purpose of current street demonstrations remains ambiguous, with calls for protests reflecting both support and opposition to his policies and potentially foreshadowing future elections.

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Petro's "National Stew" Strategy: A Contradiction of Colombia's 'Change' Government

President Gustavo Petro's prioritization of Armando Benedetti over loyal allies highlights the limitations of his "national stew" political strategy and raises concerns about the effectiveness of Colombia's democratic institutions, particularly in light of ongoing violence and impunity.

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Petro Faces Cabinet Revolt Over Benedetti

President Gustavo Petro is facing a government crisis as several ministers threaten to resign over his refusal to dismiss his controversial former campaign manager, Armando Benedetti, who is embroiled in various scandals including leaked audios revealing potential illegal campaign contributions.

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Petro's Televised Cabinet Reprimand Exposes Deep Government Divisions"

During a nationally televised Colombian cabinet meeting, President Gustavo Petro publicly rebuked his ministers for perceived failures, sparking accusations of corruption and disloyalty, and leading to several resignations and a shift in international relations strategy.

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