As peace talks between the government of Juan Manuel Santos Calderón and the leaders of the FARC continue in an effort to end 51 years of armed conflict, Colombia’s political climate could now be on the verge of significant change. Both sides agreed in September 2015 to set a deadline by which a final peace accord must be signed – March 23, 2016. If achieved, a peace accord could bolster...
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Colombia 2016
Despite continuing external headwinds, in particular the significant drop in the price of oil since mid-2014, the Colombian economy remained resilient in 2015, expanding by 3.1%.
Articles & Analysis | Essential tips for visitors to Colombia from The Report: Colombia 2016
VISAS: Visitors from the US, Canada, the EU, Latin America, Japan, New Zealand and Australia do not need tourist visas to enter the country. Upon arrival, the National Security Department grants travellers a 90-day stay. Visitors are allowed a total of 180 days every 12 months for tourism purposes...
Articles & Analysis | Colombia's leading business and leisure hotels from The Report: Colombia 2016
EK HOTEL Cl. 90 #11-13, Bogotá T: +57 (1) 7455757 www.ekhoteles.com Rooms: 40 rooms with queen bed, 10 rooms with two full beds and 20 junior suites. Business & Conference Facilities: 3 meeting rooms with capacity for 70, 40 and 25 people. Health & Leisure Facilities: Central locations in a major district, with six restaurants offering...
Articles & Analysis | Bahrain in figures: from The Report: Bahrain 2016
Articles & Analysis | Broad appeal: Page 27 from The Report: Bahrain 2016
8 13 17 18 21 23 27 35 36 37 39 40 42 In the face of the challenges posed by declining oil prices and regional unrest, Bahrain has remained committed to its programme of economic diversification. While GDP growth is forecast at 3.3% in 2016, the fiscal gap is not expected to close significantly. However, the advancement of SMEs, as well as...