One of Colombia’s five engines of growth, as stipulated by the government, is the underdeveloped agricultural sector. But can Colombia develop this sector while maintaining full control over its resources?

President Juan Manuel Santos' visit to Japan and South Korea served to consolidate the path to reach the port, which he described during his presidential campaign as being, “More jobs, less unemployment.” The question, however, is whether Santos has chosen an appropriate sea lane to safely reach that shore.

Santos’ appointment of Carlos Urrea as new ambassador to China signals the government’s continued focus on trade with the Middle Kingdom, but also highlights important shortcomings of the foreign service.

Colombia’s upcoming presidency of the U.N. Security Council will be a liability if the ambassador’s public blunders are a reflection of his competency.

Colombia is currently negotiating a free trade agreement with South Korea, a country that achieved industrialization by dismissing FTA-like measures.

Recognizing the state of Palestine could offer Colombia political and economic benefits. However, at the same time there are serious economic and political interests at stake.