The global financial meltdown dominated the news headlines across the world this year. But in Colombia it was, as always, the country's armed conflict.What Colombians will remember 2008 for:The death of FARC's iconic founder and leader, Manuel Marulanda, who led......more

There's been much speculation in Colombia and among international pundits about whether the Farc are on their way out. Thomas Shannon, US assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs echoes the views of many, when he recently said the Farc......more

With the recent release of Igrid Betancourt, we'll be discussing the future of the FARC at the Frontline Club tonight. Please come watch, listen and join in live on the Frontline Club live broadcast channel. We go live at......more

The rescue of 15 hostages from the clutches of Farc guerrillas is probably the most important event in years in Colombia. It's also probably the biggest political triumph of President Uribe's six years in power.Colombia is rejoicing and enjoying a......more

Colombia is often misunderstood and misspelt. Here is a list of things about Colombia (the good and bad) that I believe don't get the media attention they deserve and may even surprise you.Colombia is home to the second largest internally......more

Contacts are often made at the bar after a few stiff drinks (well, that's what I tell myself) but in this case, it started on the golf course. I'd promised The Financial Times to get an interview with any......more

Millions of Colombians are expected to take to the streets on Monday in a protest march organized by several young Colombians on Facebook. The country's main squares and thoroughfares will be filled with marchers dressed in white by midday. Joining......more

Ingrid Betancourt, a former presidential candidate who has dual French-Colombian citizenship, is perhaps Colombia's most well-known hostage. She was kidnapped along a motorway with Clara Rojas, her aide, six years ago while on the campaign trail. Her two children continue......more