Colombia’s Beef Export Opportunity in China
At the beginning of 2026, the global beef market has undergone an important shift that opens a strategic window for Colombia. China, the world’s largest importer of beef, has implemented a system of quotas and tariffs on imports from countries with a high market share, such as Argentina, Brazil, and…
Colombia and China Advance Customs Cooperation to Facilitate Trade
Colombia’s National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) achieved a notable milestone in its commercial relationship with the People’s Republic of China by signing an Action Plan that marks the beginning of the process toward a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs of both countries. This…
U.S. and China escalate maritime tensions with reciprocal port tariffs: global risk for Colombia?
International maritime trade enters a new phase of tension following the reciprocal imposition of port tariffs between the United States and China. The measures, activated on October 14, mark a turning point in the logistical rivalry between both powers, with operational, financial, and geopolitical implications that could extend to countries…