Regional integration
Colombia suspends electricity exports to Ecuador over tariffs
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Colombia's Ministry of Mines and Energy published Resolution 40064 on January 22, 2026, suspending international electricity transactions with Ecuador in response to President Daniel Noboa's 30% tariffs. The measure takes effect from 6 PM that day and prioritizes national supply. Ecuador claims it has sufficient capacity to meet its energy demand without imports.
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro suggested reviving the idea of Gran Colombia via a constituent vote to boost regional tourism and connectivity. He envisioned a confederation of autonomous nations with people-driven common policies, drawing from models like the European Union.
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Colombian exports up to October 2025 position the Latin American Integration Association (Aladi) as the second pillar of foreign trade, accounting for 26.4% of the total. This figure far exceeds sales to the European Union and nearly matches those to Asia. The analysis questions strategic priorities that favor distant agreements over regional integration.