A secret recording has raised troubling questions about Colombia’s intelligence apparatus and the government’s dealings with powerful drug traffickers. At the center is the “Narcochofer,” a supposed source who offered information about assassination plots in exchange for concessions from the state. Now, Colombia’s Fiscalía is investigating whether those threats were real, or fabricated to manipulate the government. What does the scandal reveal about Petro’s “Paz Total” strategy, Colombia’s intelligence services, and the challenges facing the new government? Watch to find out.

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SOURCES & CITATIONS
Semana: https://www.semana.com/nacion/articulo/acuerdo-bajo-la-mesa-semana-revela-explosivos-audios-de-un-pacto-entre-el-gobierno-petro-y-peligrosos-criminales-que-incluye-informacion-clasificada-a-cambio-de-bienes-de-la-sae/202628/
Infobae: https://www.infobae.com/colombia/2026/08/15/difunden-audios-sobre-un-supuesto-acuerdo-entre-el-gobierno-petro-y-criminales-para-intercambiar-informacion-reservada-por-bienes-de-la-sae/
 El Tiempo, Unidad Investigativa: https://www.eltiempo.com/unidad-investigativa/aparece-audio-sobre-revelacion-de-el-tiempo-de-falso-atentado-contra-gustavo-petro-que-surgio-de-2-capos-en-busca-de-beneficios-falso-positivo-3578604 
El Colombiano: https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/clan-del-golfo-crecio-100-por-ciento-gobierno-gustavo-petro-paz-total-MJ38135933 
 El Colombiano: https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/gustavo-petro-15-hechos-beneficio-crimen-organizado-JO38271459
 UNODC: https://www.unodc.org/unodc/press/releases/2024/October/colombia_-potential-cocaine-production-increased-by-53-per-cent-in-2023–according-to-new-unodc-survey.html
U.S. Treasury (OFAC): https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0292 
 ACLED: https://acleddata.com/report/total-peace-paradox-colombia-petros-policy-reduced-violence-armed-groups-grew-stronger
Semana: https://www.semana.com/nacion/articulo/jorge-lemus-exdirector-de-la-dni-sera-investigado-por-reuniones-con-el-abogado-de-alias-papa-pitufo/202646/
El Colombiano: https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/abelardo-de-la-espriella-acciones-judiciales-clan-del-golfo-danilo-rueda-JB38280867
Semana: https://www.semana.com/nacion/articulo/muertos-bombardeos-y-golpes-a-grupos-criminales-asi-arranco-la-ofensiva-militar-del-presidente-abelardo-de-la-espriella/202636/


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The ANDICOM 2026 congress will take place in Cartagena from September 1 to 4, 2026, bringing together business leaders, technology providers, policymakers and industry representatives to discuss the role of artificial intelligence in digital transformation across Latin America. Today, we sit down with Hernán Díaz, Academic Coordinator of ANDICOM, for an inside look at what to expect from this year’s event, including its expanded academic agenda, key themes such as AI, cybersecurity and quantum computing, the participation of the European Union, and the networking and business opportunities that make ANDICOM a major gathering for the region’s technology industry.

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Gustavo Petro promised to transform Colombia. Now that his presidency is over, what exactly did that transformation leave behind? From Paz Total and the health system to a series of controversial projects and government blunders, we examine some of the biggest stories from the Petro era, and ask what they really say about his legacy. Was it a government of bold ambition, failed execution, unintended consequences… or something else entirely? Watch and decide for yourself.

Gustavo Petro promised to transform Colombia. Now that his presidency is over, what exactly did that transformation leave behind? From Paz Total and the health system to a series of controversial projects and government blunders, we examine some of the biggest stories from the Petro era, and ask what they really say about his legacy.

Was it a government of bold ambition, failed execution, unintended consequences… or something else entirely?

Watch and decide for yourself.

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SOURCES & CITATIONS
Finance Colombia
Gustavo Petro’s “Total Peace” Has Led to Total Chaos in Colombia — https://www.financecolombia.com/editorial-gustavo-petros-total-peace-has-led-to-total-chaos-in-colombia/
InSight Crime: Gustavo Petro’s Risky Bet On “Total Peace” — https://www.financecolombia.com/insight-crime-gustavo-petros-risky-bet-on-total-peace/
Gustavo Petro Seeks To Restructure Colombian Health Care Despite Congressional Rejection — https://www.financecolombia.com/colombian-president-gustavo-petro-seeks-to-restructure-colombian-health-care-despite-congressional-rejection/
Petro Backs Down From Challenge To Donald Trump, Halting US–Colombia Diplomatic Crisis — https://www.financecolombia.com/petro-backs-down-from-challenge-to-donald-trump-halting-us-colombia-diplomatic-crisis/

El Colombiano — “Estas son las 16 ‘chambonadas’ que deja el gobierno Petro” — https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/politica/exclusivo-estas-son-las-16-chambonadas-que-deja-el-gobierno-petro-HL38991226


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Colombia is undergoing its most dramatic political and security realignment in modern history. Following a historic inauguration outside the capital, President Abelardo de la Espriella has immediately dismantled the "Total Peace" initiative, deployed Urban Security Blocs, and unlocked a massive $1 billion security alliance with the United States under the "Shield of the Americas" framework. In this comprehensive 41-minute briefing, we analyze the complete macroeconomic, political, and security reality of the new administration. 

From the fracturing of the traditional right to the math behind the Medellín voting margin that decided the presidency, we look past the headlines to map out exactly what this means for business leaders, investors, and nearshoring strategy.

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SOURCES
US State Dept: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/08/a-new-era-in-u-s-colombia-relations
ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/08/us-colombia-assitance-package/
MercoPress: https://en.mercopress.com/2026/08/08/de-la-espriella-sworn-in-before-congress-in-cali-delivers-first-speech-to-the-military
ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/05/symbolism-cali-de-la-espriellas-inauguration-descentralization-political-gesture/
ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/07/23/colombia-de-la-espriella-wants-barranquilla-to-become-alternate-capital/
Breitbart: https://www.breitbart.com/latin-america/2026/08/06/bus-full-of-bombs-intercepted-hours-before-abelardo-de-la-espriellas-inauguration/
CBS: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bombing-police-station-colombia-injuries-presidential-inauguration/
El Tiempo: https://www.eltiempo.com/colombia/otras-ciudades/trienio-de-petro-deja-mas-de-40-mil-muertos-y-supera-mismo-periodo-de-gobiernos-duque-y-santos-u-externado-3515321
ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2025/11/05/colombia-illegal-armed-groups-grow/
Bogotá Post: https://thebogotapost.com/what-paloma-valencias-loss-signals-about-the-future-of-uribismo-in-colombia/56566/
Infobae: https://www.infobae.com/colombia/2026/01/26/maria-fernanda-cabal-renuncio-al-centro-democratico-junto-con-su-esposo-jose-felix-lafaurie-no-queremos-continuar/
Infobae: https://www.infobae.com/colombia/2026/08/08/maria-fernanda-cabal-confirmo-solicitud-de-escision-del-centro-democratico-es-cuestion-de-identidad/
El Tiempo: https://www.eltiempo.com/politica/elecciones-colombia-2026/como-votaron-bogota-medellin-y-otras-ciudades-en-colombia-asi-les-fue-a-abelardo-de-la-espriella-e-ivan-cepeda-en-la-segunda-vuelta-presidencial-3566040
Colombia Reports: https://colombiareports.com/colombias-peace-and-human-rights-offices-to-close-de-la-espriella/
LatAm Journalism Review: https://latamjournalismreview.org/news/organizations-warn-of-colombian-presidential-frontrunners-pattern-of-attacks-against-the-press/
Yahoo/AFP: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/colombias-medellin-builds-mega-prison-160944149.html
Chicanoticias: https://www.chicanoticias.com/2026/08/08/bukele-abelardo-megacarceles/ PHOTO CREDITS
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A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has devastated western Colombia, leaving hundreds dead, more than 1,300 injured, and widespread destruction across Chocó, Valle del Cauca, the Coffee Axis, and beyond. Let's look at what happened, why the earthquake was felt across Colombia and neighboring countries, the ongoing rescue operation, and whether its connection to the heightened activity at Volcán Puracé is real—or a misconception. This is a developing story, and casualty figures may continue to change. If you’re in an affected area, share what you’re seeing on the ground.

Donation Links One Inversión Social: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/foundation-caring-for-colombia-ltd/one-inversion-social Fundación Banco Arquidiocesano de Alimentos de Medellín: bancodealimentos.co (for monetary donations go to www.presentes.co/dona/) Fundación Saciar: saciar.org.co

SOURCES & CITATIONS
Finance Colombia Article: https://www.financecolombia.com/colombia-declares-national-disaster-after-magnitude-7-4-earthquake-kills-at-least-111/ Noticias Caracol — “Presidente Abelardo de la Espriella confirma 111 muertos y 87 heridos por terremoto en Colombia” https://www.noticiascaracol.com/colombia/presidente-abelardo-de-la-espriella-confirma-que-van-111-muertos-por-terremoto-en-colombia-rg10 USGS Event Feed: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/feed/v1.0/detail/us6000tjl2.geojson El Colombiano — “Volcán Puracé: qué significa la alerta naranja y por qué fue declarada la calamidad pública”: https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/por-que-hay-alerta-naranja-volcan-purace-emergencia-KJ39569131 UNGRD — official Colombian disaster-response agency: https://www.gestiondelriesgo.gov.co/ Hydroelectric power in Colombia — Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydroelectric_power_in_Colombia World Map: Strebe, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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AI is transforming customer service, but are companies making things worse instead of better? After attending the CX Summit in Cartagena, I share why so many brands are rushing to replace people with AI, and why that strategy could end up driving customers away. From frustrating chatbots to Colombia's biggest service providers, here's what businesses keep getting wrong—and what great customer experience actually looks like. Do you think AI has improved customer service, or made it more frustrating? Let me know in the comments. #bpro #cxsummit #colombia

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Colombia's election shocked observers both inside and outside the country. What does Abelardo de la Espriella's victory mean for Colombia's economy, foreign policy, security, and political future? Here's what may be coming for the country in the years ahead.

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Sources & Further Reading (all articles at financecolombia.com) What Abelardo de la Espriella's Win With -1% Margin Means for Colombians & Investors (Jun 2026) Beyond the Political Clash: What the Suspension of Transition Meetings Means (Jul 2026) Many Colombians Rejected the Political Status Quo (Jun 2026) After a Polarized Vote: A Fragmented Congress (Jun 2026) What Scares Me (& What I Like) About the Two Candidates (Jun 2026) Three Front-Runners Draw Divergent Maps for Foreign Capital & Security (May 2026) Editorial: Petro's “Total Peace” Has Led to Total Chaos (Mar 2026) Colombia & Ecuador Escalate Trade Tensions: Tariffs Raised to 100% (Apr 2026) Gunfire on the Putumayo River Revives Colombia–Peru Tensions (Apr 2026) Petro Ignites Diplomatic Dispute With Peru Over Amazon Island (Aug 2025) How Rosario, Colombia's Oldest University, Keeps Making an Impact (2016)

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What makes a workplace truly great? At CX Summit 2026, researcher of workplace trends and author Lisa X Walden explains why the future of work is becoming more human-centered, why Gen Z is reshaping employee expectations, and how small leadership changes—or "micro moves"—can dramatically improve company culture. From work-life harmony to creating workplaces that don't suck, this conversation explores why happier employees aren't just better off, they may actually help businesses perform better. #lisaxwalden #cxsummit #bpro

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Colombia has chosen a new direction. In a historic election, voters handed Abelardo de la Espriella a victory and delivered a clear rebuke to Petrismo and the political forces that have dominated the country in recent years. But what drove this result, and what's next? In this analysis, we break down the key issues that shaped the vote, from security concerns and economic uncertainty to voter frustration with the status quo. More importantly, we examine what de la Espriella's victory could mean for Colombia's future, the challenges awaiting his administration, and whether this election marks a temporary shift or the beginning of a new political era.

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