Though Peru’s economic growth registered a slowdown in 2014 - to an estimated 3.1% according to the central bank compared to rates of between 5% and 9% for much of the past decade - the mining-led economy is expected to regain momentum in 2015 as diversification efforts continue and government measures to stimulate investment take effect.
As the peace negotiations between the government and FARC continue, Colombia’s art scene has begun to reflect the country’s newfound optimism. This chapter also includes helpful information for visitors, including hotel listings and contact information for various institutions such as embassies and government agencies.
Despite the global vagaries of the mining business and potential volatility in hydrocarbons, a combination of economic liberalisation, free trade agreements and entry to a variety of trade blocs has assured steady growth for Colombia over the past few years. After expanding 6.6% in 2011 and 4% in 2012, Colombia’s economy experienced a slowdown during much of the first half of 2013, registering...
In just a decade, advances in the fight against insurgent groups, coupled with long-term policies that have generated confidence among investors, have radically changed the way the world looks at Colombia. On the political front, the government of President Juan Manuel Santos Calderón has maintained a dialogue over the past 18 months with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, with hopes...
Despite instability associated with the global mining and hydrocarbons sectors, Colombia displays stable economic growth amidst a regional slowdown, in large part a result of economic liberalisation, free trade agreements and entry to a variety of trade blocs. After recording 6.6% growth in 2011 and 4% in 2012, Colombia saw a slowdown in the first half of 2013, but the economy regained momentum by the end of the year.
In addition to an article on the highlights of Mexico City’s vast array of museums, this chapter contains useful information for business and leisure travellers, including a list of hotels, phone numbers for important government ministries and agencies, business associations and foreign missions.
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