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Coal Exports Resume, Power Rationing Deadline Set
Colombia lifts coal export ban to Israel and sets a deadline to avert power rationing amid El Niño concerns.
The picture Stable
Colombia's business conditions remain stable as coal exports to Israel resume and measures are set to prevent power rationing. Regulatory changes aim to reduce disruptions.
In this briefing Abelardo de la Espriella · Government of Colombia · Ministry of Commerce (Colombia) · Israel
Regulation
Deadline set to prevent power rationing in Colombia
The Colombian government has set a deadline of December 31 to implement measures aimed at mitigating the risk of power rationing in 2027 due to the El Niño phenomenon. President Abelardo de la Espriella announced the deadline, emphasizing the need for urgent action to address potential electricity shortages. KienyKe reports that the government is focusing on enhancing energy efficiency and increasing renewable energy sources to stabilize the power supply.
Impact Energy providers and businesses reliant on electricity must prepare for potential regulatory changes to avert rationing.
Sources: KienyKe ↗
De la Espriella bans permanent road blockades
President Abelardo de la Espriella announced a new decree prohibiting permanent road blockades as a form of protest in Colombia. The decree aims to ensure the free flow of traffic and prevent disruptions in public transportation and logistics. El Colombiano reports that the government is taking a firm stance against protest tactics that involve blocking major roads and highways. The decree is part of broader efforts to maintain public order and minimize economic disruptions caused by protests.
Impact Logistics companies and public transport operators will benefit from reduced disruptions due to road blockades.
Sources: El Colombiano ↗
Disruption
Nothing significant reported today.
Internal tension
Nothing significant reported today.
Safety & health
Nothing significant reported today.
Companies
Nothing significant reported today.
Markets
Nothing significant reported today.
Trade
Colombia lifts coal export ban to Israel
Colombia has lifted its ban on thermal coal exports to Israel, effective immediately, as per Decreto 1511 of 2026 issued by the Ministry of Commerce. The ban, in place since August 2024, was revoked by President Abelardo de la Espriella's administration, citing changes in international circumstances. The decision is expected to boost Colombia's coal export sector, which has been affected by the previous restrictions. El Colombiano reports that the government aims to strengthen trade relations with Israel and capitalize on the current global demand for coal.
Impact Coal exporters in Colombia can resume shipments to Israel, potentially increasing revenue.
Sources: El Colombiano ↗
Politics
Nothing significant reported today.
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- Trump abre la puerta a quitar el arancel del 12,5% a productos colombianos: “puede que lo haga” — El Colombiano
- De la Espriella centraliza vocería en temas de seguridad con nueva circular y dice quién habla de qué — El Colombiano
- ¿Por qué el uso malintencionado de la IA podría causar la extinción humana? Esto dicen los expertos — El Colombiano
- Keiko Fujimori anuncia duras normas en los colegios de Perú: prohíben maquillaje, cabello teñido y celulares — El Colombiano
- Minerales críticos desatan polémica y cuestionan al Gobierno por inversión extranjera: “El Tolima no está en venta” — El Colombiano
- Más de 100 personas resultaron intoxicadas por drogas durante el festival EDC, en Medellín, evento que dejó dos muertos — El Colombiano
- ¿Quiénes son CC-1, CC-2 y CC-3 en la acusación por tortura contra Maduro? — El Colombiano
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