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Colombian leader asks US to not interfere in domestic affairs
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Friday “respectfully” called on the United States to refrain from interfering in Colombia’s internal affairs, following remarks by a US envoy at a United Nations Security Council session accusing...

All remaining Israeli diplomats get expelled by Colombian leader
(MENAFN) After the Israeli Navy intercepted the Gaza flotilla, Colombian President Gustavo Petro stated the dismissal of the rest of Israeli diplomatic staff. Petro’s office called for the immediate release of the two Colombian nationals that it...

Colombia Expels Israeli Diplomats
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro has declared the removal of all remaining Israeli envoys from the country in response to the Israeli Navy's seizure of a flotilla heading to Gaza. According to Petro’s administration, two Colombian...

Colombia’s Foreign Minister Drops U.S Visa After Petro's Revocation
(MENAFN) Colombian Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio announced on Monday that she would relinquish her U.S. visa in a gesture of solidarity with President Gustavo Petro, whose visa was revoked following his critical remarks about Israel's...

Colombian Foreign Minister Abandons U.S. Visa
(MENAFN) Colombia’s Foreign Minister, Rosa Villavicencio, declared that she would voluntarily give up her U.S. visa as a gesture of unity with President Gustavo Petro, whose own visa had recently been rescinded. "This is an act of dignity in the...

Colombia's President Blasts U.S. Over Visa Revocation
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Saturday sharply criticized the United States for revoking his visa, arguing that the move breaches the foundational immunity principles of the United Nations and raises questions about New York’s...

Top 5 Floral Design Trends Dominating Fall 2025 Decor
NY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This fall, floral design is redefining seasonal décor with richer textures, unexpected natural elements, and a stronger focus on sustainability. According to Colombian floral designer...

AI-Powered mon’k Content Analyzer to Empower K-12 Publishers for Curriculum-Aligned Content Delivery
NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Impelsys, a global leader in technology solutions, announced the launch of mon’k Content Analyzer, a tool built to streamline curriculum mapping and ensure alignment with U.S....

U.S. Cancels Colombian President’s Visa
(MENAFN) The United States government has announced it will cancel the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro due to what officials described as “reckless and incendiary actions” during a demonstration in New York City, as stated by the US...

Colombian President Asks Mexico to Help Find Missing Musicians
(MENAFN) Colombian head of state Gustavo Petro urged his Mexican counterpart Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday to assist in tracking down two Colombian performers who went missing last week in Mexico City. Vocalist Bayron Sanchez, also recognized as B...

UNITAR Initiative Sets New Standard in Financial Crime Prevention, Certifying Over 1,200 Compliance Officers in Colombia
By elevating the quality of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), this initiative provides a critical boost to UIAF, enabling it to receive more actionable intelligence. This strengthening of the compliance ecosystem is a vital step in disrupting...

Fire at Colombia Police Station Claims Five Lives, Injures Seven
(MENAFN) At least five individuals lost their lives and seven others were wounded in a fire that broke out at a police station in Funza, located in Colombia’s central Cundinamarca department, according to Jorge Emilio Rey, the governor of...

U.S. Decertifies Colombia as Partner in Combating Drug Trafficking
(MENAFN) The United States has officially decertified Colombia as a partner in combating drug trafficking, Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced Monday during a Cabinet meeting—just minutes before the Trump administration confirmed the move....

US Revokes Colombia’s Certification in Anti-Drug Campaign
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced on Monday that the United States has opted to revoke Colombia’s certification as a partner in the battle against narcotics trafficking. The declaration, delivered during a Cabinet gathering, was...

Republic of Colombia Announces Final Results of Tender Offer
BOGOTÁ, Columbia, Sept. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Republic of Colombia (“Colombia”) previously announced a tender offer (the “Tender Offer”) to purchase its outstanding 3.875% Global Bonds due 2026 (the “Old Bonds”) on the terms and subject...

Republic of Colombia Announces Pricing of its New Bonds Offering
BOGOTÁ, Colombia, Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Bonds Offering The Republic of Colombia (“Colombia”) announced today that it priced a global offering (the “New Bonds Offering”) of (i) €1,450,000,000 aggregate principal amount of new...

Republic of Colombia Announces New Bonds Offering and Tender Offer
BOGOTÁ, Columbia, Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Bonds Offering The Republic of Colombia (“Colombia”) announces today a global offering, (the “New Bonds Offering”) of (i) new global bonds to be denominated in euros due 2028 (the “2028...

Petro Rejects Use of Colombian Territory for Invading Venezuela
(MENAFN) Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Tuesday dismissed the idea of Colombia being used as a base for military action against Venezuela, affirming that the country "will not lend its territory to an invasion by any neighboring country."...

Republic of Colombia Announces Potential New Bonds Offering and Tender Offer
BOGOTÁ, Colombia, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Potential New Bonds Offering The Republic of Colombia (“Colombia”), rated Baa3 (stable)/BB (negative)/BB+ (negative) (Moody's/S&P/Fitch)*, has mandated Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A, BNP...

U.S. Global Investors Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Results and Strategic International ETF Listings for GoGold in Mexico and Colombia
SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Global Investors, Inc. (NASDAQ: GROW) (the “Company”), a registered investment advisory firm1 with deep expertise in global markets and specialized sectors from gold mining to airlines, today...