• Colombia was on the U.S. Trade Representative's Special 301 Priority Watch List in 2018. (state.gov)
  • Security in Colombia has improved significantly in recent years, with kidnappings down from 3,572 cases in 2000 to 170 cases in 2018. (state.gov)
  • The World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index (2018) ranked Colombia 60 out of 137 countries. (state.gov)
  • In Catatumbo, in Northeastern Colombia, the National Liberation Army ( Ejército de Liberación Nacional, ELN) and the Popular Liberation Army ( Ejército Popular de Liberación, EPL) have, since early 2018, engaged in a brutal fight for territory. (hrw.org)
  • He held a number of other senior roles including Chief Operating Officer for Europe before being appointed global Chief Operating Officer in 2018. (wpp.com)
  • Bucharest no longer operates bi-articulated vehicles (except for trams) due to high traffic levels, which is also the reason why between 2007 and 2018, the RATB refused to operate normal articulated buses. (wikipedia.org)
  • The info and images were sent to us by a representative of the ISBI Company , which has a manufacturing plant in Bogota, Colombia. (darkroastedblend.com)
  • During her extensive field studies, she based herself on the streets of Bogota, Colombia, where she observed and interacted with the street vendors on a daily basis. (lu.se)
  • Parents of Colombia's soccer player Luiz Diaz, Luis Manuel Díaz, right, and Cinelis Marulanda , holds their hands in prayer before the start a qualifying soccer match between Colombia and Brazil for the FIFA World Cup 2026, at the Roberto Melendez stadium in Barranquilla, Colombia, Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. (wdtn.com)
  • The financial tech services company Tribal announced that they will begin their expansion into Peru, Colombia, and Chile. (contxto.com)
  • Al proporcionar contenido tanto en inglés como en español, Contxto cubre todo sobre startups en México, Brasil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru y los demás países de Latinoamérica. (contxto.com)
  • Spanish police dismantled a gang accused of stealing about two million euros in fake hotel vouchers that also intended to operate in Colombia and Peru. (bunatimes.com)
  • Police said on Friday that eight people were detained in Spainafter an investigation that "dismantled a fraudulent service" with more than three hundred people deceived and that "it prevented them from opening new operations centers in Colombia and Peru. (bunatimes.com)
  • The police discovered that "they were going to open new offices in Colombia And Peru"following a search of the homes of those believed to be the leaders of the organization and its 'operations center' in Spain, as detailed in the statement. (bunatimes.com)
  • This early adopter of cloud services in Colombia's financial sector operates at 10x speed since leaving the data center. (rackspace.com)
  • Desperate and often undocumented Venezuelans who cross the border to Colombia in search of food, medicine, and work are exposed to abuses committed in the context of Colombia's ongoing armed conflict. (hrw.org)
  • Recently, MTE Verifylab completed a project for 10 clinics operated by one of Colombia's largest healthcare providers. (yokogawa.com)
  • This year, elections are scheduled to take place in Latin America's three most populous countries: Colombia, Mexico and Brazil. (controlrisks.com)
  • As of 2017, the largest nickel mine operators are (in descending order of kilotonnes mined): Vale SA, which operates Sudbury Mine (Canada), Voisey's Bay Mine (Canada), Sorowako mine (Indonesia), VNC Goro mine (New Caledonia), Onca Puma mine (Brazil) and Thompson (Canada). (wikipedia.org)
  • Anglo American plc, which operates Barro Alto (Brazil) and Codemin (Brazil). (wikipedia.org)
  • BARRANQUILLA, Colombia (AP) - Days after he was released by kidnappers, the father of Colombia striker Luis Díaz was in tears on Thursday after he watched his son score both goals in a 2-1 win over Brazil in a World Cup qualifying match. (wdtn.com)
  • The Company is engaged in exploration mining opportunities in Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Brazil and Bolivia. (stockhouse.com)
  • Only Colombia, which has the smallest amount of Chinese investment, and Brazil, which has the largest, have declined to formally join the BRI. (mongabay.com)
  • Since the 2016 peace agreement between the government and the country's largest terrorist organization, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), Colombia has experienced a significant decrease in terrorist activity. (state.gov)
  • The report, "The War in Catatumbo: Abuses by Armed Groups Against Civilians Including Venezuelan Exiles in Northeastern Colombia," documents killings, disappearances, sexual violence, recruitment of children as soldiers, and forced displacement by the National Liberation Army (ELN), Popular Liberation Army (EPL), and a group that emerged from the demobilized Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). (hrw.org)
  • The 2016 peace accord between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia ( Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia , FARC) presented a landmark opportunity to halt the serious abuses and atrocities associated with a decades-long armed conflict. (hrw.org)
  • Former FARC members who mobilized into a new armed group also operate in the area. (hrw.org)
  • If you plan to operate to Colombia on a weekend, it's important to file permit requests no later than Thursday of the week prior to your operations. (universalweather.com)
  • Create a service-based operating model that supports both current IT and new cloud-native operations. (dell.com)
  • Glencore, which operates Integrated Nickel Operations (Canada), Murrin Murrin (Australia), and Koniambo mine (New Caledonia). (wikipedia.org)
  • Under Otoniel's leadership, the Clan de Golfo shipped massive quantities of cocaine into the United States, terrorized the Colombian people, and killed civilians, law enforcement officers, and rivals in Colombia who threatened the organization's trafficking operations. (dea.gov)
  • Uber restarted operations in Colombia on Thursday morning after shutting down its app for almost three weeks. (colombianherald.com)
  • The company also said the ruling was discriminatory as it only told Uber to cease operations, and did not address similar apps that also operate in Colombia, including Cabify, Didi and Beat. (colombianherald.com)
  • There are about 69,000 sailors, soldiers, airmen and Marines in the Special Operations Forces (SOF), which operate as part of USSOCOM under Army General Joseph Votel. (allgov.com)
  • Yokogawa Colombia successfully installed a FAST/TOOLS SCADA system at the Bogotá facility and integrated it with the FCJ STARDOM controllers that automate operations at each of the 10 clinics' oxygen plants and with the MTE Verifylab MES system that generates the production and quality reports needed to audit the supply mechanism and certify compliance with standards established by local authorities. (yokogawa.com)
  • Its goal is to develop and operate fair-value calculation methodologies for all instruments on the balance sheet of financial sector entities, including fixed-income securities, equities, derivatives, structured products, companies that aren't listed on the stock exchange and other assets. (rackspace.com)
  • and - The big challenges that persist for their broad adoption throughout the Region and for continuous quality improvement of the methodologies, technologies, and contents operated in the VHL. (bvsalud.org)
  • In the World Bank's 2019 Doing Business Report, Colombia ranked 65 out of 190 countries in the "Ease of Doing Business" index. (state.gov)
  • Colombia, Ministerio de Salud y Protección Social Coord. (bvsalud.org)
  • Envision establishing a boutique coffee roasting business in the rural highlands of Colombia, nestled amidst verdant coffee plantations. (thesite.org)
  • On July 27, 2021, the Misak Indigenous community, together with campesinos from the region, occupied multinational paper giant Smurfit Kappa's pine and eucalyptus plantations in Cauca, Colombia. (nacla.org)
  • Martin Meuli, a pioneer in the field of fetal surgery, is looking to operate on victims of spina bifida, a condition that can lead to severe life-long disability -- and often prompts couples to choose abortion. (worldcrunch.com)
  • This summer he successfully operated on two unborn fetuses in the womb - the first operation of its kind in Europe, garnering wide attention in the medical community. (worldcrunch.com)
  • Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores SA is a Colombia-based holding company primarily engaged, through its subsidiaries, in the acquisition, purchase and sale of stocks, bonds and other securities of companies active in the financial sector. (aol.com)
  • The company operates a hydrodynamic screw project in Munich. (worldcrunch.com)
  • Colombian landing permits for processed by Aerocivil, and this agency operates during normal business hours Monday-Friday and closes on weekends and holidays. (universalweather.com)
  • Armed groups have committed egregious abuses against Colombian and Venezuelan civilians as they fight for control in Catatumbo, northeastern Colombia, Human Rights Watch. (hrw.org)
  • Colombian Law allows 19% tax exemption if:-Tourist passport stamp needed PT, TP-7, TP11, TP12-Purchase a Tourist Package-Foreigner or non-Colombian resident with less than 183 days of permanency in Colombia. (marriott.com)
  • Norilsk Nickel, which operates Kola Division (Russia) and Nkomati mine (South Africa). (wikipedia.org)
  • Investment from China falls into two major categories: loans to finance infrastructure and direct foreign investment (DFI) by corporations that seek to own or operate a business. (mongabay.com)
  • Control Risks' in-country analysts are tracking election developments and operating and investment concerns on behalf of our clients. (controlrisks.com)
  • When traveling to Colombia, you'll need to consider landing permits as well as overflight permits for surrounding countries. (universalweather.com)
  • While the landing permit process for Colombia is fairly straightforward, there are particular documentation requirements and procedures to be mindful of. (universalweather.com)
  • If you land in Colombia without a permit and decide to stay 48 hours or longer, it's at Aerocivil's discretion to approve or disapprove the extension request. (universalweather.com)
  • For example, if you reposition to Panama City (MPTO) , you'll be able to return to Colombia without a landing permit for another stay of up to 48 hours. (universalweather.com)
  • If it's anticipated that you may stay in Colombia 48 hours or longer it's recommended to request a landing permit, with appropriate lead time. (universalweather.com)
  • Foreign registered aircraft staying in Colombia more than five days require a Temporary Import Permit from customs. (universalweather.com)
  • Lafarge Corp. planned to restructure and consolidate its 11 regional operating units into six in the cement and construction material lines. (cdc.gov)
  • Approximately 6,000 cases of cutaneous leishmaniasis are reported annually in Colombia, a greater than twofold increase since the 1980s. (cdc.gov)
  • The poor governance in Cameroonian health districts stems from a lack of clear and consistent operating procedures for district governing bodies and health services, power imbalance between district managers and community representatives, and insufficient knowledge of the existing legal and regulatory fr. (bvsalud.org)
  • In this blog post, we'll help you understand the basics of how to start a business in Colombia - from knowing which legal structure best suits your needs to finding resources and support networks that can offer invaluable expertise. (thesite.org)
  • Delving into the legal requirements for setting up a business in Colombia can be a fascinating and rewarding journey, as this vibrant South American country offers diverse market opportunities and a strategic location for entrepreneurs. (thesite.org)
  • Establishing a presence in Colombia can lead to uncharted growth and success for visionary business owners who meticulously adhere to its legal requirements. (thesite.org)
  • BOGOTÁ, Colombia-- (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Grupo Aval Announces the Filing of Its Form 20-F for the Year Ended December 31, 2020. (aol.com)
  • Sugar cane has been grown in southwestern Colombia, where the weather permits it to grow all year around, since the colonization period, when the colonizer Belalcazar violently dispossessed Indigenous people from their land to plant this product. (nacla.org)
  • Uber complied with the ruling but argued that it went against a free trade agreement between Colombia and the United States. (colombianherald.com)
  • The U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement (CTPA), which took effect on May 15, 2012, has strengthened bilateral trade and investment. (state.gov)
  • Inicio News Uber returns to operate in Colombia after three weeks of announcing its. (colombianherald.com)
  • Colombia Elects Its First Leftist President, Which Is Bad News for Oil. (usfunds.com)
  • I want to get the latest chemistry news from C&EN in my inbox every week. (acs.org)
  • Grupo Aval Acciones y Valores S.A . provides a range of financial services and products to public and private sector customers in Colombia and Central America. (aol.com)
  • However, the DAC 117E's 125 kW traction motor proved insufficient for such a heavy vehicle, let alone the weight of passengers when it operated at full capacity. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) v1.2 course helps you prepare for the Cisco® CCNP® Data Center and CCIE® Data Center certifications for advanced-level data center roles. (fastlaneus.com)
  • Emerging data regulations are fundamentally altering how organizations of all types operate internationally. (foreignpolicy.com)
  • BASF already operates 38 system houses worldwide. (acs.org)
  • Taxi unions and legislators were skeptical that Uber's new approach complies with laws regulating public transport in Colombia. (colombianherald.com)
  • In addition to Colombia , Clearford is in the process of completing its first full installation in Jambudiyapura, India which is expected to be commissioned by the end of March of this year and is expected to generate future contracts in India as customers will be able to visit a village fully serviced by our Clearford One TM system. (newswire.ca)
  • Without a deep understanding of how social control operates in the daily lives of these street vendors, legal reforms run the risk of implementing formalization initiatives that undermine the wellbeing of the most vulnerable groups in the streets. (lu.se)
  • Esta sintesis propone opciones políticas a los decisores gubernamentales responsables de definir la agenda pública para lobrar un desarrollo sostenible en Colombia, que vive una profunda y dramática situación de desigualdad social. (bvsalud.org)
  • The father of Liverpool striker Luis Díaz was released Thursday by members of a guerrilla group who kidnapped him in northern Colombia, the government announced, ending a 12-day ordeal for the family. (wdtn.com)
  • This trolleybus was operated on long lines with wide roads and no major turns except the end of the lines like 69 and 90, but occasionally entered on lines 85, 66, 79 and 86. (wikipedia.org)
  • BASF plans to build polyurethane formulation facilities, or system houses, in China and Colombia. (acs.org)
  • ACS's Premium Package gives you full access to C&EN and everything the ACS Community has to offer. (acs.org)
  • Private non-revenue aircraft of any type may remain in Colombia up to 48 hours without landing permits so long as they do not operate to a second location in the country. (universalweather.com)
  • Our Santa Marta, Colombia hotel offers a convenient location near hot spots including Playa Blanca, Lost City Trek and Parque de Los Novios. (marriott.com)
  • As the operating costs for this PSA technology are up to 55% lower compared to these other contingency systems, a main goal is to maximize its use without incurring any risk of a cutoff in the supply of medical oxygen to the patients at these facilities. (yokogawa.com)
  • The Meter lists: Qs and items used in the drills to learn to operate and read the Meter. (sgmt.at)
  • As a result, the vehicle was very slow and had trouble operating on grades, especially the incline between Cișmigiu Park and University Square. (wikipedia.org)
  • Western Areas, which operates Spotted Quoll mine (Australia) and Flying mine (Australia). (wikipedia.org)
  • Weaknesses include protection of intellectual property rights (IPR), as Colombia has yet to implement certain IPR-related provisions of the CTPA. (state.gov)
  • BOOM partnerships give fixed treatment and disposal costs for the period of the contract, making operating costs extremely accurate and meeting all installation standards. (exterran.com)
  • This also has the benefit of reducing MTE Verifylab's operating costs. (yokogawa.com)
  • With markedly improved security conditions, a market of 49 million people, an abundance of natural resources, and an educated and growing middle-class, Colombia continues to be an attractive destination for foreign investment in Latin America. (state.gov)
  • Colombia is emerging as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and those seeking new challenges. (thesite.org)
  • Newmont Announces First Quarter Operating and Financial Resu. (24hgold.com)
  • Newmont Announces Second Quarter Operating and Financial Res. (24hgold.com)
  • On the way back from the operating room, Meuli is quietly humming a tune. (worldcrunch.com)