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.
The Andean Community of Nations has ordered Colombia and Ecuador to eliminate tariffs imposed amid a bilateral trade dispute. The bloc gave the countries 10 days to comply with resolutions issued by its General Secretariat.
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