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Oil and Gas Investment in Colombia Sees Uptick Despite Hurdles

In recent years, Colombia’s oil production and reserves have been in decline and interest in investing in the country’s crude seemed limited in the post-pandemic landscape. In addition, President Petro has been vocal about supporting a green transition and restricting investment in new fossil fuel projects. However, in recent months, there has been a renewed interest in developing exploration and production.

Ecopetrol, Parex extend E&P partnership in Colombia

Colombia’s state-owned energy company Ecopetrol and Canadian independent Parex Resources have signed five new agreements to conduct E&P activities in Colombia’s Putumayo and Piedemonte basins, the companies announced on Wednesday. In the Putumayo basin, Parex will acquire a 50% working interest in the Orito, Area Sur, Occidente and Nororiente blocks and assume full operatorship. The company has […]

Geopark to acquire Repsol’s Colombia upstream assets for $530 million

Latin America-focused E&P player Geopark will acquire Repsol’s upstream oil and gas assets in Colombia for USD 530 million, the companies said on Friday. Under the sale and purchase agreement, Geopark will acquire assets in the prolific Llanos Basin, one of Colombia’s most productive oil regions – an area where the company has established upstream […]