COLOMBIA - HUB REGIONAL
STRATEGIC LOCATION
The geostrategic location of Colombia, in the heart of the Americas, makes it the ideal destination for international events and conventions. The country has access to the entire continent from the Pacific and the Atlantic, and it is the gateway to South America and the Caribbean Region.
It has direct routes between the main cities of Latin America, the United States, and Europe. With cities like New York, Mexico City, and Sao Paulo just 5 hours away.
With a population of over 52 million inhabitants, it is the third most populous country in Latin America, with a predominantly young population.
STABLE ECONOMY AND ATTRACTIVE DOMESTIC MARKET
- Colombia stands out for maintaining political stability independent of the presidential administration, which has led it to be a resilient economy.
- In 2024, the country·s investment grew by 10.5%. For 2025, a gradual acceleration and GDP growth between 2.5% and 2.6% are projected.
BUSINESS COMPETITIVENESS
- A robust business fabric that supports the creation of new businesses and the possibility of finding partners and clients.
- Innovation ecosystem with over 1,110 startups operating in more than 26 sectors.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT
- First country in the region to incorporate the SDGs into a national development plan.
- First to develop and implement a green taxonomy.
- Investment opportunities in bioeconomy, circular economy, and sustainable tourism.
SECTORAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Attractive economic and investment advantages in the market, benefits of the Free Trade Zone Regimes.
BOGOTA BUSINESS DESTINATION
- City of the Future - Bogota has been ranked as one of the top business centers in Latin America, alongside cities like Sao Paulo, Miami, Santiago, Mexico City, and Buenos Aires.
- The city was recognized in 2020, 2021, and 2022 as "Best Business Travel Destination in South America" according to the World Travel Awards.
- 2nd in the ranking of Latin American cities of the future by fDi Magazine (2021 – 2022).
- 3rd main recipient city in terms of the number of Foreign Direct Investment projects in 2024.
- BB+ long-term foreign currency rating by Fitch Ratings (2022).
- 2,464 companies with foreign capital (at least 51% capital) established in Bogota Region (2023).
- 84,559 companies created in Bogota Region; one in four companies created in the country is established in Bogota (2023).
- 56.5% of companies with foreign capital (at least 51% capital) in Colombia are located in Bogota Region (2023).
- Bogota is the land transportation hub of Colombia, where various companies have located their distribution centers.
- International trade agreements give companies based in Bogota access to more than 60 countries with a market of USD 59 trillion.
- The city stands out for its macroeconomic and regulatory stability, incentives, tax conditions, and the feasibility of integration into global value chains.
FREE TRADE ZONES - Bogota has over 30% of the country·s free trade zones.
- Benefits of trading in Free Trade Zone Regimes.
- There are more than 50 industrial parks.
EL DORADO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
- Cargo Hub: El Dorado International Airport It is also the most important cargo hub in Iberoamerica, with around 760,000 metric tons of cargo passing through in 2024.
- Leader in cargo movement with more than 57 direct connections.
- Awards: El Dorado has been chosen, for the sixth time and third consecutive year, as the Best Airport in South
- America according to Skytrax. Additionally, it has been recognized, for the fourth time, as the airport with the Best Staff in South America.
- Best airport in South America 2022, the first airport in America to receive five stars from Skytrax.
- Modern infrastructure and connectivity allow the efficient transportation of high-value goods and perishable products.
- It has direct routes between the main cities of Latin America. It serves as a major hub for Avianca and its subsidiaries, as well as LATAM Colombia and other airlines.
- Passenger Traffic: In 2024, El Dorado handled approximately 45.8 million passengers, making it the busiest airport in Latin America.
BOGOTA CULTURAL RICHNESS
- City of museums, variety of art, music, literature, and gastronomy position Bogotá as a cultural capital.
- Bogota was designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Music in March 2012.
- For more information and tourist routes, visit: https://visitbogota.co/es/rutas-turisticas
- GASTRONOMIC INFORMATION
Bogota offers a diverse and exciting culinary scene that caters to all tastes and budgets. Here are some highlights:
Zona T: Known for its vibrant nightlife and variety of restaurants offering everything from sushi to Colombian fusion cuisine1
La Macarena: A bohemian neighborhood with colorful colonial houses, offering a mix of national and international cuisine, cafés, and art galleries1
Parque de la 93: A popular area for entertainment and dining, attracting both locals and tourists with its culinary variety and lively atmosphere2
Usaquén: Famous for its flea market and diverse gastronomic offerings, from traditional Colombian dishes to international flavors2
Zona G: Renowned for its high-end restaurants and diverse culinary options, including both international and Colombian cuisine3
