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Colombia at a glance

Map of Colombia

Population: 43 million (2005e)
Capital: Bogotá
Currency: Peso
Language: Spanish (official)
Literacy: 91.3% (91.2 M / 91.4% F)
Life Expectancy: 70 M / 76 F
UN Development Index (2004): Colombia ranks 74 / 177 countries

Source: International Trade Canada

Country Information

Colombia Fact Sheet
From International Trade Canada, this page provides up to date background information on Colombia including political and economic data .
In English 2 star rating

CIA World Fact Book
The best site for a quick overview of Colombia. Includes basic information on geography, people, government, economy, transportation and more.
In English 3 star rating

US Department of State
Provides some basic background information on Colombia.
In English 3 star rating

Resources for Canadians

Centre for Intercultural Learning - Colombia
Discover the cultural aspects of doing business in Colombia from what to wear to non-verbal communication. A superb site.
In English

Canadian Embassy in Colombia
This embassy serves Colombia and provides information for Canadians.
In English In Spanish 3 star rating

Colombia Travel Report
The current travel report from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
In English 3 star rating

Sources of project financing - Colombia
A list of possible sources of funding.
In English 1 star rating

Canada's market access priority for Colombia
A brief article on the Colombia market potential for Canadian companies.
In English 1 star rating