economy
May 8, 2026
The New Government Will Have 72 Hours to Send a Signal to the United States: AmCham Colombia
María Claudia Lacouture, executive president of the Colombian-American Chamber (AmCham Colombia) Photo: Courtesy AmCham Colombia
TL;DR
- AmCham Colombia proposes a roadmap for 2026-2030 to enhance trade, diplomacy, and growth opportunities between Colombia and the United States.
- The roadmap's first pillar highlights a critical 72-hour window for the new Colombian government to signal its commitment to strengthening the bilateral relationship.
- The strategy aims for a 60% growth in exports of goods and services, 70% in attracting investment, and 42% in tourism by 2030.
- Key sectors with high potential include agriculture (premium snacks, natural ingredients) and manufacturing (chemicals, auto parts, medical devices), as well as services like software, technology, and fintech.
- The trade agreement (TLC) is viewed as an enabling tool, and leveraging it efficiently depends on Colombian businesses.
- Colombia needs to restore certainty and confidence to attract investment, as it is currently losing resources to other countries.
- The business sector plays a crucial role in commercial diplomacy, helping to maintain the relationship despite political differences.
- Global events like the situation in the Middle East impact logistics and input costs, but also create opportunities to leverage the U.S. market.
- The new Chargé d'Affaires will focus on strengthening cooperation, particularly in security issues, and materializing actions to generate results.