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Can Colombia Become a Global Power?
According to an article published by Portafolio—based on insights from artificial intelligence—Colombia has strong potential to become a leading economic force in Latin America and beyond. Here are the key reasons:
1. Stable and Growing Economy
Colombia is Latin America’s fourth-largest economy. With GDP growth projected at nearly 3% for 2025 (according to the World Bank), it stands out for its macroeconomic stability, flexible exchange rate, and clear fiscal rules.
2. Productive Diversification and Natural Resources
Colombia is the world’s top producer of emeralds and plays a key role in coal, oil, and gold. It also has a solid base in agriculture, manufacturing, and services—enhanced by its strategic geographical location.
3. International Integration and Trade Openness
The country actively participates in global organizations like the WTO, OECD, the Andean Community, and the Pacific Alliance, enabling access to international markets and attracting foreign investment.
4. Demographic Potential and Optimism
With a population of over 52 million, Colombia is home to one of the world’s most optimistic societies—88% of Colombians believe in a better future, according to recent surveys cited by Portafolio.
5. Long-Term Economic Outlook
Global reports, such as those from PwC, project Colombia as one of the fastest-growing emerging markets by 2050.
What are the challenges?
As noted by the World Bank, Colombia must improve productivity, reduce regional and social inequalities, strengthen infrastructure, and move toward a more diversified and climate-resilient economy.
Colombia has what it takes. The mission now is to turn potential into reality with vision, strategy, and unity.
Source: Portafolio
#Colombia #EconomicOutlook #SustainableGrowth #LatinAmerica #EmergingMarkets #Portafolio #AIInsights #PwC #WorldBank
According to an article published by Portafolio—based on insights from artificial intelligence—Colombia has strong potential to become a leading economic force in Latin America and beyond. Here are the key reasons:
1. Stable and Growing Economy
Colombia is Latin America’s fourth-largest economy. With GDP growth projected at nearly 3% for 2025 (according to the World Bank), it stands out for its macroeconomic stability, flexible exchange rate, and clear fiscal rules.
2. Productive Diversification and Natural Resources
Colombia is the world’s top producer of emeralds and plays a key role in coal, oil, and gold. It also has a solid base in agriculture, manufacturing, and services—enhanced by its strategic geographical location.
3. International Integration and Trade Openness
The country actively participates in global organizations like the WTO, OECD, the Andean Community, and the Pacific Alliance, enabling access to international markets and attracting foreign investment.
4. Demographic Potential and Optimism
With a population of over 52 million, Colombia is home to one of the world’s most optimistic societies—88% of Colombians believe in a better future, according to recent surveys cited by Portafolio.
5. Long-Term Economic Outlook
Global reports, such as those from PwC, project Colombia as one of the fastest-growing emerging markets by 2050.
What are the challenges?
As noted by the World Bank, Colombia must improve productivity, reduce regional and social inequalities, strengthen infrastructure, and move toward a more diversified and climate-resilient economy.
Colombia has what it takes. The mission now is to turn potential into reality with vision, strategy, and unity.
Source: Portafolio
#Colombia #EconomicOutlook #SustainableGrowth #LatinAmerica #EmergingMarkets #Portafolio #AIInsights #PwC #WorldBank
BREAKING:
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls out the $IMF and World Bank for "falling short" and not staying true to their mission.
“The IMF must be a brutal truth-teller, not whistling past the graveyard.”
This is a major shift in global financial leadership.
#IMF #WorldBank #GlobalEconomy
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls out the $IMF and World Bank for "falling short" and not staying true to their mission.
“The IMF must be a brutal truth-teller, not whistling past the graveyard.”
This is a major shift in global financial leadership.
#IMF #WorldBank #GlobalEconomy
India unexpectedly released a large volume of water into the Jhelum River without notifying Pakistan, causing a sudden surge in water levels near Muzaffarabad.
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank #pakistanicrypto
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank #pakistanicrypto
🚨 BREAKING: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reveals Trump's intent to reconstruct the IMF and World Bank.
🌐 Major global financial shift on the horizon?
#IMF #WorldBank #Trump #GlobalFinance #USPolitics
🌐 Major global financial shift on the horizon?
#IMF #WorldBank #Trump #GlobalFinance #USPolitics
India unexpectedly released a large volume of water into the Jhelum River without notifying Pakistan, causing a sudden surge in water levels near Muzaffarabad.
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank
India unexpectedly released a large volume of water into the Jhelum River without notifying Pakistan, causing a sudden surge in water levels near Muzaffarabad.
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank
In response, the authorities declared a water emergency in Hattian Bala and used mosque loudspeakers to alert residents to stay cautious.
The rapid water flow, originating from Anantnag and passing through Chakothi, sparked panic among people living along the riverbanks. This development comes amid rising concerns over the Indus Waters Treaty - a historic agreement that has withstood even times of conflict.
Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) has urged international organizations to closely monitor the situation and emphasized the need for peaceful efforts to avoid escalating tensions between the two countries.
#IndusWatertreaty #WorldBank
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The World Bank has revised downward GDP growth rate projection by 0.1 percent for Pakistan to 2.7 percent for fiscal year 2025, against its earlier projection of 2.8 percent, saying growth and poverty challenges will persist in the medium term unless bold and sustained structural reforms are implemented to encourage private investment and export competitiveness.
#WorldBank #PakistanEconomy #GDP
The World Bank has revised downward GDP growth rate projection by 0.1 percent for Pakistan to 2.7 percent for fiscal year 2025, against its earlier projection of 2.8 percent, saying growth and poverty challenges will persist in the medium term unless bold and sustained structural reforms are implemented to encourage private investment and export competitiveness.
#WorldBank #PakistanEconomy #GDP
World Bank Vice President Martin Raiser believes that Pakistan has the potential to become a $1 trillion economy by 2035, provided it maintains an annual growth rate of 7%.
In an exclusive interview on The Review talk show, Raiser highlighted that while long-term projections are challenging, Pakistan’s homegrown economic revival plan could pave the way for such remarkable growth.
He emphasized that achieving this goal is "absolutely feasible," but stressed the importance of key reforms to make it a reality. Additionally, Raiser confirmed that the World Bank has committed to providing $20 billion to Pakistan over the next decade.
He also discussed efforts to engage across Pakistan's political spectrum and emphasized the need for the country to focus on internal reforms and attract investment.
#PakistanEconomy
#WorldBank
#EconomicGrowth
#FutureProspects
#Reforms #Investment
In an exclusive interview on The Review talk show, Raiser highlighted that while long-term projections are challenging, Pakistan’s homegrown economic revival plan could pave the way for such remarkable growth.
He emphasized that achieving this goal is "absolutely feasible," but stressed the importance of key reforms to make it a reality. Additionally, Raiser confirmed that the World Bank has committed to providing $20 billion to Pakistan over the next decade.
He also discussed efforts to engage across Pakistan's political spectrum and emphasized the need for the country to focus on internal reforms and attract investment.
#PakistanEconomy
#WorldBank
#EconomicGrowth
#FutureProspects
#Reforms #Investment
🔥 World Banks Statement !
👀 The World Bank has declared Pakistan's tax system as unfair and absurd.
#WorldBank #BinanceAlphaAlert $BTC
👀 The World Bank has declared Pakistan's tax system as unfair and absurd.
#WorldBank #BinanceAlphaAlert $BTC
El Salvador Adjusts Bitcoin Policy in $1.4 Billion IMF Deal
El Salvador will make Bitcoin acceptance by merchants voluntary, reduce its involvement in the Chivo wallet, and limit public sector $BTC related activities as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The IMF announced on Dec. 18 that El Salvador would receive $1.4 billion over 40 months to lower its debt-to-GDP ratio.
“The potential risks of the Bitcoin project will be diminished significantly in line with Fund policies.
Legal reforms will make acceptance of $BTC by the private sector voluntary,” the IMF stated.
“For the public sector, engagement in Bitcoin-related economic activities and transactions in and purchases of Bitcoin will be confined.”
Additionally, taxes will continue to be paid in U.S. dollars — El Salvador’s official currency — and government involvement in the Chivo wallet will be gradually phased out.
El Salvador began purchasing Bitcoin in 2021 and currently holds 5,968.8 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $602 million, according to the National Bitcoin Office.
A spokesperson from the office told Cointelegraph that the country will continue its Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
“We will keep buying one $BTC a day (likely even more in the future), and we will not sell any of our current holdings,” the spokesperson stated.
“The plans for the Bitcoin Office remain the same as Bitcoin continues to be our main strategy.”
The agreement, still pending approval from the IMF Executive Board, concludes four years of negotiations following President Nayib Bukele’s adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in September 2021, making El Salvador the first country to do so.
The IMF has consistently urged Bukele to abandon Bitcoin, citing its speculative nature as a potential risk to the country.
The deal will also unlock additional loans, including from the World Bank, for a total financing package exceeding $3.5 billion.
Reacting to the announcement, Bukele’s Bitcoin adviser Max Keiser dismissed the IMF’s stance, stating on X, “Nobody pays attention to these assh****,” and labeled the agreement “bureaucratic, meaningless nonsense.”
Keiser added, “Bitcoin use in El Salvador was always voluntary, and its usage has never been higher and continues to grow.”
However, a recent survey revealed that 92% of Salvadorans do not use Bitcoin for transactions, up from 88% in 2023.
#BTC #IMF #WorldBank
The IMF announced on Dec. 18 that El Salvador would receive $1.4 billion over 40 months to lower its debt-to-GDP ratio.
“The potential risks of the Bitcoin project will be diminished significantly in line with Fund policies.
Legal reforms will make acceptance of $BTC by the private sector voluntary,” the IMF stated.
“For the public sector, engagement in Bitcoin-related economic activities and transactions in and purchases of Bitcoin will be confined.”
Additionally, taxes will continue to be paid in U.S. dollars — El Salvador’s official currency — and government involvement in the Chivo wallet will be gradually phased out.
El Salvador began purchasing Bitcoin in 2021 and currently holds 5,968.8 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $602 million, according to the National Bitcoin Office.
A spokesperson from the office told Cointelegraph that the country will continue its Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
“We will keep buying one $BTC a day (likely even more in the future), and we will not sell any of our current holdings,” the spokesperson stated.
“The plans for the Bitcoin Office remain the same as Bitcoin continues to be our main strategy.”
The agreement, still pending approval from the IMF Executive Board, concludes four years of negotiations following President Nayib Bukele’s adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in September 2021, making El Salvador the first country to do so.
The IMF has consistently urged Bukele to abandon Bitcoin, citing its speculative nature as a potential risk to the country.
The deal will also unlock additional loans, including from the World Bank, for a total financing package exceeding $3.5 billion.
Reacting to the announcement, Bukele’s Bitcoin adviser Max Keiser dismissed the IMF’s stance, stating on X, “Nobody pays attention to these assh****,” and labeled the agreement “bureaucratic, meaningless nonsense.”
Keiser added, “Bitcoin use in El Salvador was always voluntary, and its usage has never been higher and continues to grow.”
However, a recent survey revealed that 92% of Salvadorans do not use Bitcoin for transactions, up from 88% in 2023.
#BTC #IMF #WorldBank
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 #BTC 𝘀𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝘂𝗺𝗽🚨 🚨
El Salvador to change #Bitcoin law as part of the new #IMF deal.
With this agreement, #elsalvador will gain access to $3.3 billion in loans from the IMF, #WorldBank , and Inter-American Development Bank.
El Salvador to change #Bitcoin law as part of the new #IMF deal.
With this agreement, #elsalvador will gain access to $3.3 billion in loans from the IMF, #WorldBank , and Inter-American Development Bank.
The World Bank President's "Hole" Budget! (2007) 😂
World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz may be a man who manages loans worth billions of dollars, but when it comes to the sock budget, the situation is not so bright!
During a visit to Turkey in 2007, Wolfowitz visited a mosque in Edirne and when he took off his shoes, the truth was revealed: both heels of his socks had holes in them and his toes were peeking out in shame! But instead of trying to salvage the situation, he shrugged it off, saying nonchalantly, "I guess I'm not a typical banker."
The Washington Post seized the opportunity: "Would you take financial advice from a man who couldn't think of a new pair of socks for $3?" it mocked. The Internet was abuzz, with bloggers and commentators comparing these socks with holes to Wolfowitz's Iraq strategy, saying, "It turns out that it was not only his policies but also his socks that had holes in them."
This "hole" memory of Wolfowitz, who managed billions in economic management but could not allocate a budget for his socks, was not forgotten for years!
#WorldBank #PaulWolfowitz #USCryptoReserve #CZ'sTokenModelIdea #BTCRebundsBack $BTC
World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz may be a man who manages loans worth billions of dollars, but when it comes to the sock budget, the situation is not so bright!
During a visit to Turkey in 2007, Wolfowitz visited a mosque in Edirne and when he took off his shoes, the truth was revealed: both heels of his socks had holes in them and his toes were peeking out in shame! But instead of trying to salvage the situation, he shrugged it off, saying nonchalantly, "I guess I'm not a typical banker."
The Washington Post seized the opportunity: "Would you take financial advice from a man who couldn't think of a new pair of socks for $3?" it mocked. The Internet was abuzz, with bloggers and commentators comparing these socks with holes to Wolfowitz's Iraq strategy, saying, "It turns out that it was not only his policies but also his socks that had holes in them."
This "hole" memory of Wolfowitz, who managed billions in economic management but could not allocate a budget for his socks, was not forgotten for years!
#WorldBank #PaulWolfowitz #USCryptoReserve #CZ'sTokenModelIdea #BTCRebundsBack $BTC
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Impact Analysis #Kebijakan #Perdagangan #DonaldTrump and Reactions from the Business Community
1. Trump’s Trade War Policy: Goals and Reality
Donald Trump implemented protectionist policies during his presidency (2017–2021), including:
- High Import Tariffs, especially against China (for example, a 25% tariff on $250 billion of Chinese goods).
- Reevaluation of Free Trade, such as renegotiating NAFTA into USMCA and withdrawing the US from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).
- Political Pressure through Tariffs, such as threats of tariffs against the European Union and Mexico to force policy changes.
Trump's main goals:
- Reduce the US trade deficit.
- Bring manufacturing back to the US (“America First”).
- Pressure China on unfair trade practices (IP theft, industrial subsidies).
Real outcomes:
- The US-China trade deficit remains high, even swelling before the pandemic.
- Costs borne by US companies, particularly those reliant on imported raw materials from China (for example, the electronics and agriculture sectors).
- Retaliation from China through counter-tariffs, hurting US exporters such as soybean farmers and liquor producers.
2. Why Are Business Leaders Losing Trust?
Bill Ackman is not the only one worried. Many CEOs and investors are concerned because:
- Regulatory Uncertainty: The trade war makes long-term business planning difficult.
- Rising Operating Costs: Companies like Walmart and Tesla complain about rising raw material prices due to tariffs.
- Supply Chain Disruptions: The manufacturing industry (for example, automotive) faces production delays.
- Threat of Global Recession: #IMF and #WorldBank warn of the trade war's impact on economic growth.
Examples of criticism from the business community:
- Tim Cook (Apple): Privately urged Trump to avoid escalation with China.
- Elon Musk (Tesla): Called tariffs "innovation stiflers" as they disrupt battery supply.
1. Trump’s Trade War Policy: Goals and Reality
Donald Trump implemented protectionist policies during his presidency (2017–2021), including:
- High Import Tariffs, especially against China (for example, a 25% tariff on $250 billion of Chinese goods).
- Reevaluation of Free Trade, such as renegotiating NAFTA into USMCA and withdrawing the US from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).
- Political Pressure through Tariffs, such as threats of tariffs against the European Union and Mexico to force policy changes.
Trump's main goals:
- Reduce the US trade deficit.
- Bring manufacturing back to the US (“America First”).
- Pressure China on unfair trade practices (IP theft, industrial subsidies).
Real outcomes:
- The US-China trade deficit remains high, even swelling before the pandemic.
- Costs borne by US companies, particularly those reliant on imported raw materials from China (for example, the electronics and agriculture sectors).
- Retaliation from China through counter-tariffs, hurting US exporters such as soybean farmers and liquor producers.
2. Why Are Business Leaders Losing Trust?
Bill Ackman is not the only one worried. Many CEOs and investors are concerned because:
- Regulatory Uncertainty: The trade war makes long-term business planning difficult.
- Rising Operating Costs: Companies like Walmart and Tesla complain about rising raw material prices due to tariffs.
- Supply Chain Disruptions: The manufacturing industry (for example, automotive) faces production delays.
- Threat of Global Recession: #IMF and #WorldBank warn of the trade war's impact on economic growth.
Examples of criticism from the business community:
- Tim Cook (Apple): Privately urged Trump to avoid escalation with China.
- Elon Musk (Tesla): Called tariffs "innovation stiflers" as they disrupt battery supply.
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