Latest news in Colombia? September 30th, 2026
30-09-2026
Major developments and key news in Colombia as of September 30, 2026:
Retirement Age Debate Reignited: The Chief Justice of Colombia’s Supreme Court sparked a nationwide debate regarding proposed changes and fiscal sustainability surrounding the legal retirement age and pension framework.
ColombiaOne.comEnvironmental & Carbon Market Policy: The Ministry of Environment moved forward with revisions and revocations of carbon market regulations, aiming to restructure environmental compliance and offset verification standards.
Security & Armed Group Activity: Security alerts remain elevated, notably in the Norte de Santander department, amid rising concerns over attacks by illegal armed groups such as the National Liberation Army (ELN). This follows reports highlighting a sharp rise in guerrilla drone warfare and attacks on military installations in conflict-prone regions.
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Peace Accord Implementation: Human rights organizations and peace monitors reported ongoing challenges regarding the protection of peace agreement signatories, noting twelve documented killings of signatories so far in 2026 and calling for reinforced protection measures.
Rural and Community Assemblies: Peasant associations, including the Catatumbo Peasant Association (Ascamcat), concluded regional assemblies focused on territorial defense, agrarian rights, and rural community protections amid regional instability.