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.
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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...
Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Colombia 2014
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.
Articles & Analysis | A pick of the best: KUALA LUMPUR from The Report: Malaysia 2014
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Articles & Analysis | Facts for visitors: Things to know before you visit Malaysia from The Report: Malaysia 2014
DRESS: Malay men often elect to wear traditional garb on Fridays, known as batik, while Malay women generally wear a kebaya and hijab that cover them from head to toe. The kebaya and hijab usually come in a myriad of different colours and patterns. Western-style attire is...