Richard Emblin

A new national survey suggests Colombia’s 2026 presidential race is shaping into a high-stakes runoff between Iván Cepeda and conservative rival Paloma Valencia.

Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe Vélez confronted protesters outside his Antioquia estate after activists painted a mural referencing Colombia’s “false positives” scandal. Uribe accused leftist rivals of intimidation, while demonstrators said the action sought to honor victims of the armed conflict.

Colombia entered the final week of campaigning on Monday ahead of a presidential election that has exposed deep political divisions, sharpened ideological

Former Colombian Foreign Minister Álvaro Leyva accused President Gustavo Petro of undermining the country’s democratic process ahead of the May 31 election, alleging the government is preparing to dispute an unfavorable result while warning that opposition candidate Abelardo De la Espriella could win outright.

Millions of Colombians are heading to the polls Sunday in a closely watched presidential election shaped by rising insecurity, economic uncertainty and political polarization. The vote is widely seen as a referendum on President Gustavo Petro's failed reform agenda and the democratic future of the country.

Right-wing candidate Abelardo “El Tigre” de la Espriella won Colombia’s presidential first round and advanced to a June 21 runoff against left-wing senator Iván Cepeda, while President Gustavo Petro questioned preliminary results, drawing swift rebuttals from electoral authorities and international observers.

Colombian fashion house WHITMAN is expanding its Slow Made philosophy beyond apparel, combining premium tailoring, artisanal craftsmanship and lifestyle retail. With stores across Colombia and a growing presence in Mexico, the brand is positioning itself as a leading voice in Latin American luxury fashion.

U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella ahead of the June 21 runoff, calling rival Iván Cepeda a "radical left-wing Marxist." President Gustavo Petro responded by defending Colombia's sovereignty and rejecting foreign intervention.

As Colombia heads toward a polarized presidential runoff, concerns are mounting over whether a defeat for Iván Cepeda would be accepted by the left, amid growing street mobilizations, institutional distrust, and sharp contrasts between the rival vice-presidential candidates.

Bogotá has launched Vive San Victorino, a new tourism route through its historic commercial district, inviting visitors to explore 400 years of trade, entrepreneurship and urban transformation while experiencing the vibrant heart of the city's popular economy.