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Trade on the Colombia-Ecuador border picks up after binational agreements

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The economy on the border between Colombia and Ecuador is showing signs of recovery after the lifting of tariff and security barriers that hit trade in the first half of 2026. According to Héctor Tovar of the Colombian Truckers Association in Ipiales, the elimination of the 100% security fee on Colombian imports since June 1 encouraged trade agreements and diplomatic rapprochement. About 300 trucks cross the border daily and the transport sector generates more than 5,000 direct and indirect jobs.

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  • The trade guild in southern Nariño expects to fully reactivate its activities by the end of the year.
  • The elimination of the 100% security fee on Colombian imports has been in force since June 1, 2026.
  • About 300 trucks cross the Colombia-Ecuador border every day.
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