Tag: Gustavo Petro

Thursday, January 8th 2026 - 10:55 UTC
Trump invites Petro to White House following phone call

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he would host Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House in the coming days to resolve a “pre-war” climate between the two nations. The initiative was agreed upon after a telephone call between both leaders lasting over one hour.
Tuesday, December 30th 2025 - 09:42 UTC
Petro orders huge minimum wage increase in Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced on Monday a historic 23.7% increase in the minimum wage for 2026, making it the largest upward adjustment in 25 years. The measure includes transport subsidies.
Wednesday, December 24th 2025 - 10:40 UTC
Colombia: Petro declares 30-Day “economic emergency”

In a move to bypass Congress on his proposed tax hikes, Colombian President Gustavo Petro declared a 30-day “economic emergency” on Tuesday. The measure, enacted via Decree 1390 of 2025, grants the head of State extraordinary powers for 30 days to circumvent Parliament and impose new taxes on the country’s wealthiest citizens.
Thursday, December 11th 2025 - 10:14 UTC
Petro suggests Maduro moves on to “transitional government”

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has intensified diplomatic pressure on his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolás Maduro, calling for a “general amnesty” and the formation of a “transitional government with the inclusion of all” to resolve Venezuela’s protracted political crisis.
Wednesday, November 26th 2025 - 09:27 UTC
Colombian President says CIA wants to oust him

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Tuesday accused the United States' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of plotting to destabilize his government.
Sunday, November 16th 2025 - 07:27 UTC
Sweden to supply Gripen jets to Colombia; Petro orders bombing of narco-terrorist camp

Colombia signed a US$ 4.3 billion deal to buy Swedish Gripen fighter jets at a time when the country, once a staunch ally of the US, is now ruled by a left leaning government locked in tension with President Donald Trump in his Caribbean battle against what he calls narco-terrorist regimes.
Tuesday, November 11th 2025 - 08:43 UTC
Colombian prosecutors file new charges against President's son

Six new criminal charges were filed on Monday against Nicolás Petro Burgos, the eldest son of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, stemming from an alleged corruption scheme during his tenure as a deputy in the Atlántico Departmental Assembly.
Saturday, October 25th 2025 - 10:30 UTC
US sanctions Petro over alleged drug links

The US government has imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro, his family members, and a top minister, alleging failure to curb illicit drug trafficking and ties to criminal organizations.
Monday, October 20th 2025 - 10:50 UTC
Trump confirms new tariffs for Colombia

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that the US was preparing to announce significant tariffs on Colombia, following the Republican leader's decision to suspend financial aid to the South American country due to its alleged inaction in the fight against drug trafficking
Thursday, October 2nd 2025 - 08:57 UTC
Colombian gov't hands over parts of Pablo Escobar's estate to victims of violence

The Colombian Government of President Gustavo Petro has begun the process of transferring parts of the infamous Hacienda Nápoles —once owned by drug lord Pablo Escobar— to women who were victims of the country's armed conflict.