Colombia News News Colombia » Politics: Colombia's soccer jersey isn't just about sports. It's become a symbol of political division
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s national soccer jersey — a symbol of unity and pride as the team heads to the 2026 FIFA World Cup — has become embroiled in the country’s bitterly disputed ...
News Colombia » Politics: Has Colombia’s World Cup Jersey Become a Right-Wing Symbol?
A presidential candidate endorsed by President Trump has been accused by some Colombians of co-opting their beloved national team’s yellow soccer jersey.
News Colombia » Politics: Colombian presidency goes to runoff election that could redefine relations with the US
In a surprisingly strong performance, right-wing outsider candidate Abelardo de la Espriella will face leftist candidate senator Iván Cepeda in a June runoff election to decide Colombia’s presidency, ...
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia hard-right and leftist presidential candidates to spar in run-off race
Hard-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella emerged as the unlikely vote leader on Sunday, gaining some 44% of votes and beating the pollsters’ favorite, leftist Senator Ivan Cepeda, who received ...
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia's World Cup jersey becomes a political battleground ahead of runoff election
As Colombia gears up for the World Cup, the national team's iconic yellow jersey is becoming a political battleground in a bitter presidential race.
News Colombia » Politics: Pro-Trump candidate, Petro ally gear up for Colombia run-off as tensions rise
Many voters are increasingly drawn to candidates promising tougher security crackdowns, harsher punishments for criminals, and policies aimed at attracting private investment.
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia votes amid insecurity, polarization and fiscal strains
Colombia will head to the polls Sunday to elect its next president under an unprecedented security deployment.
News Colombia » Politics: Right-winger De la Espriella is Colombia's presidential runoff favorite - especially in South Florida
Right-wing populist Abelardo De la Espriella surged to the front of the Colombian presidential election's first round on Sunday — capturing 90% of the South Florida expat vote with his iron ...
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia votes for its next president, weighing social support against security
Colombian voters are choosing between a continuation of outgoing President Gustavo Petro’s social welfare policies and a renewed focus on security.
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia: Value, Votes, And A Venezuelan Tailwind
Despite recent strong momentum, Colombia is one of the cheapest emerging market countries and trades below 9x P/E with a strong ~7% dividend yield. Upcoming presidential elections in May present an ...
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia’s Bold Offer to Trump: Legal Weed Exports for Peace
Colombian President Gustavo Petro opened a controversial new front line by proposing to U.S. President Donald Trump more than just a trade adjustment: he asked that “the export of cannabis be ...
News Colombia » Politics: Colombia's political center not only doesn't hold anymore - it may no longer even exist
COMMENTARY Colombia should have shed its violent, centuries-old polarization when its civil war ended, but its political pendulum still swings far right and far left — especially in this presidential ...