Colombians look for change
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The new Colombian president. Andres Pastrana, promises political reform and an end to civil violence. Pastrana faces a number of problems, including corruption, terrorism by paramilitaries and guerillas, and an increase in unemployment. Interest rates have been raised to support the Colombian peso. Pastrana has promised tax cuts and to tackle tax evasion. He is seeking to negotiate with guerilla groups, and his election has been welcomed by the US. He will need support from the Liberals, who hold 60% of Congress seats.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1998
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Mr Clean for president - maybe
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Valdivieso recently announced he plans to run for president of Colombia. The election will be held in May 1998, and Valdivieso will stress his integrity and anti-corruption platform. In Argentina, former cabinet minister Domingo Cavallo formed a new party and is running for Congress.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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The politics of justice: Ecuador
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Colombia's proposed judge-selection process for its Supreme Court has further demonstration that too much power is held by Congress. Congress would share in the nomination, which would likely result in nominations of judges supportive of the majority Social Christians.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1997
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