Colombia

The Colombian Association of Travel Agencies and Tourism (Anato) reported that over 70% of its agencies expect to maintain or increase sales for Easter week 2026, despite global challenges. The survey shows a strong preference for sun-and-beach destinations like Cartagena and San Andrés.

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Colombia's environmental authorities urged respect for wildlife following two recent incidents: a pigua nest fall in Buga and mistreatment of a two-toed sloth in Riosucio, Chocó.

Grupo Sura's General Shareholders' Assembly, with over 70% quorum, approved the distribution of $655.411 million in earnings, including a $2,000 per share dividend marking a 33% annual increase. Company president Ricardo Jaramillo highlighted the group's strong financial results. The new Board of Directors was also formed until 2028.

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Colombia's Ituango hydroelectric plant recorded the lowest discharge of the recent period at 15.93 GWh but completed 35 consecutive days of spillovers due to climatic contingency and water volatility. The reservoir reached 98.8% fill level, while Chuza dropped to a critical low of 30.0% and Muña recovered to 46.6%.

The 9th Brigade held a promotion ceremony for a group of non-commissioned officers to the next higher rank, attended by their families. The event honored the uniformed personnel's commitment in a ceremony filled with pride.

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China's embassy in Colombia responded to the government's 25% tariffs on steel imports from countries without a free trade agreement, denying unfair competition against the local steel industry. It emphasized that Chinese products are of good quality and competitive prices, accounting for less than 0.3% of total imports in 2025. It warned that restrictions would raise costs in other sectors and harm employment.