Colombia: Resources
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Executive Briefing: The U.S.–Colombia Free Trade Agreement has received significant attention in the U.S. news media this year. Therefore, it is important to understand what the U.S.-Colombia agreement is designed to do, why U.S. businesses support it, why there is opposition to it, and how it relates to other trade agreements involving the U.S. and other Latin American countries. Opens in PDF format.
| Main Government Page |
gobiernoenlinea.gov.co |
| Statistics Office |
dane.gov.co |
| Central Banks |
banrep.gov.co |
| Stock Exchanges |
bvc.com.co |
| Commerce Ministry |
mincomercio.gov.co |
| Investment Promotion Agency |
investincolombia.com.co |
Company Directories
Petroleumworld
Petroleumworld provides news and information on the Latin American energy, oil, and gas industry in the form of a weekly review. Aside from the main news feed feature, there are links to job listings and events as well as many other resources. Some linked pages may only be available in Spanish.
Regulatory Agency Sites
Colombia: Colombian Space Commission
The Colombian Space Commission (CCE) strengthens Colombia's knowledge of the Earth and Outer Space by means of modern technologies and information provided by missions on communications, Earth observation and satellite navigation.
Colombia: Communications Regulation Commission
The Communications Regulation Commission (CRC) of Colombia regulates communications by promoting fair competition, issuing regulations & permits to operators, determining standards for equipment, monitoring services, resolving conflicts among consumers and operators, and much more.
Colombia: Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is in charge of the safety, development, and productivity of the Agricultural industry in Colombia. This site is available in Spanish ONLY.
Colombia: National Institute of Food and Drug Monitoring
The National Institute of Food and Drug Monitoring (INVIMA) ensures the safety and health of the citizens of Colombia. Through research and inspections, INVIMA ensures the quality and safety of food and drugs that are distributed. In addition, INVIMA provides information on drugs and food for consumers and healthcare professionals. This website is only available in Spanish.
Colombia: National Institute of Health
The National Institute of Health (INS) is responsible for the medical research and regulation of the Colombian Healthcare Industry. This site contains information on public services and educational resources for the public. Most of the resources are available in Spanish only.
Colombia: Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia
The Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia is responsible for the oversight and regulation of the entire Financial Services Industry in Colombia. This site provides a list of regulations and news sorted by financial sector. Available in Spanish only.
Other Resources
Colombia: Bogota Chamber of Commerce
The Bogota Chamber of Commerce supports the entrepreneurial sectors and collaborates with the Colombian national government in the regulation of the business community. Civic and social programs aim to improve the quality of life in Bogota and Cundinamarca. Site includes sections on strengthening business, dispute resolution, and social/cultural programs. English version is somewhat limited but full site is available in Spanish.
Colombia: Getting Through Customs
Getting Through Customs uses Colombia as a sample cultural guide from their book "Kiss, Bow or Shake Hands: the Expanded Edition." This guide covers business practices, cognitive styles, political conditions, the effect of religion/society on business, and cultural tips in Colombia. The main guide is broken down into several sections for proper business practices for appointments, general etiquette, negotiations, and entertainment.
Colombia: Proexport Colombia
Proexport Colombia contains valuable trade information for foreign importers and domestic exporters, mainly about Free Trade Zones in the area. The section for foreign importers is in English, while the section for domestic exporters is in Spanish.
Venezuela & Colombia: Cámara Colombo Venezolana
The Cámara Colombo Venezolana is an economic integration chamber and a private organization with a goal to strengthen trade and investment between Colombia and Venezuela. Publications and economic research articles on business issues in both countries are provided on the site. There are also categories for events within the organization and services for businesses in the two countries. This site is only available in Spanish.
Industry Resources
Colombia: Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is in charge of the safety, development, and productivity of the Agricultural industry in Colombia. This site is available in Spanish ONLY.