Recently, the Prime Minister of India congratulated Abelardo de la Espriella on his victory in the Colombian presidential elections.
About Colombia
Location: It is a country located in the northwestern part of South America.
It is known as the “Gateway of South America”, strategically located in the northwest, connecting South America with Central and North America.
Bordering Countries: It is bordered by Panama to the northwest; by Ecuador and Peru to the south; by Venezuela to the east, and by Brazil to the southeast.
Maritime Borders: It is also bounded by the Caribbean Sea in the north and by the Pacific Ocean in the west.
It is a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) from 2020.
Capital City: Bogotá.
Geographical Features of Colombia:
Climate: The climate is tropical along the coasts and eastern plains, and cooler in the highlands.
Highest Peak: Its highest point is Pico Cristobal Colon.
Major Rivers: Major rivers include the Magdalena, Amazon, and Orinoco.
Natural Resources: It is rich in natural resources like petroleum, natural gas, coal, and gold.
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