Written by: Diego Fernando Morales Rivera, Economics Intern at CCJCI. Modern international trade has moved beyond the simple intermediation of raw materials and evolved into global value chains, where standardization and the mitigation of operational risks determine corporate survival. Against this backdrop, the bilateral relationship between Japan and Colombia is entering a phase of strategic maturity. The trade agenda has shifted its focus from merely opening markets to ref

Written by: Diego Fernando Morales Rivera, CCJCI Economics Intern. Trade between Colombia and Japan is undergoing a crucial phase of maturation, in which overcoming phytosanitary, technical, and tariff barriers is an essential requirement for achieving effective market access. Japan stands as one of the country's most valuable trading partners, with non-mining-energy exports exceeding 52,541 tonnes and reaching an FOB value of USD 428.5 million. However, the success of Colomb

Written by: Celeste Moltavan, Intern CCJCI. What Was Discussed During The President-Elect’s Meet with Japan’s Ambassador? On July 9 in Bogotá, president-elect Abelardo De La Espriella held a meeting with Japan’s ambassador to Colombia, Shimizu Toru, as part of the international agenda pursued by the incoming government to strengthen diplomatic, commercial, and strategic ties between the two nations. The designated Minister of Trade, Industry and Tourism, Mauricio Gómez Amín,

By Leslie Benitez, Business Advisor in Japan, CCJCI. Source: Japantimes.com Japan is undergoing one of the most significant demographic transformations among developed economies. For decades, the country maintained a relatively restrictive immigration framework compared to other advanced nations. However, a declining population, rapid aging, and persistent labor shortages have gradually compelled policymakers to reconsider the role of foreign residents and international talen