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Maria Salomé GrisalesAIESEC-COLOMBIA
AIESEC
The next question is going to be implemented in the Insight II Test:
What is the right name of the country that we are going to present now?
b) Colombia
a) Columbia
d) Ask your Mom
c) a or b (They are the same)
What is the right answer????
Answer: b) Colombia
If you check a) Columbia..YOU FAILED!! Columbia is not a country!The name “Colombia” comes from the Italian Cristoforo Colombo (Christopher Columbus in English….)
COLOMBIA PRESENTATION
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ColoColombmbiaia, Variety and Reality
Country of contrast
COLOMBIA
Location Northern South America.
Between the Tropics. Bordering with Panama,
Venezuela, Brazil, Peru and Ecuador.
Area: total: 1,141,748 sq km (about 446,000 sq miles) Privileged location for trading with other countries.
Colombia is about the size of Texas and California combined.
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People Info Population: 42 million
people Urban: 70% Rural: 30%
Ethnic groups: mestizo 58%, white 20%, mulatto 14%, black 4%, African-Indian 3%, Indian 1%
Religions: Roman Catholic 95%
Language: Spanish
COLOMBIA
History Pre-Columbian
(Tayrona, Muisca, Quimbaya) existed in the Andean region and on the Pacific and Atlantic coast.
Pre-Columbian art reveals a high degree in their craftsmanship (Best in the continent).
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History After Columbus
landed in north Colombia, some Spaniards expeditions arrived in the 15th Century.
The main Indian tribes were exterminated by the Spaniards.
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History Some cities in the
northern area in Colombia were founded by the Spaniards.
Colombia was a very important trade-center for the Spaniards during the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries.
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History At the end of the
18th century the first revolutions appeared.
In 1819 total independence was achieved.
The Republic of Colombia was created.
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Climate Variety of climates, but
not seasons. Climatic variations
determined by altitude. Temperatures determined
by the altitude above sea level. From tropical rainforest, and deserts at sea level, to very cold areas in the mountains.
Winters are rainy, and summers are dry.
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Environment Fourth-largest country in
South America and only one with coasts on both the Pacific and the Caribbean.
Territory also includes the San Andres and Providencia islands.
Mountainous western part. Sierra Nevada de Santa
Marta, highest coastal mountain range in the world.
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Environment Colombia is the
second richest country in biodiversity in the world after Brazil.
Exotic animal and plant life.
What the hell is this?
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Economy Second biggest
producer of coffee after Brazil, but with the best quality.
Second flower exporter after The Netherlands (80% of flowers in the USA come from Colombia)
Other Agriculture Products: Bananas, fruits cotton, rice, tobacco.
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Economy
Have you heard about Colombian Coffee?
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Economy Colombian Coffee
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Economy Colombian Coffee
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Economy Colombian Coffee
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Economy Colombian Coffee
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Economy Colombia is the
major source of emeralds in the world.
Natural resources: petroleum, natural gas, coal, iron ore, nickel, gold, copper, and hydropower.
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Economy GDP (Gross Domestic
Product) - $245.1 billion GDP - composition by
sector: agriculture: 19% industry: 26% services: 55%
Industries: textiles, food processing, oil, car industry, steel production, clothing, beverages, chemicals, cement, gold, coal, and emeralds.
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Economy Populated Areas have
a good communication system, including mobile-cellular systems
Internet Service Providers (ISP): 13
Communication System: Domestic Satellite system and Fiber Optics network linking 50 cities.
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Economy Living costs are not very high. Food is cheap. But the minimum wage salary is really low
(About $160/month). There is still a gap between rich and poor people.
Taxis are very cheap. Relative Costs: Hamburger:$2.50 Coke: $0.40 Colombia is not an expensive country.
Moderate restaurant meal: $7-10, top-end hotel: $100 and upwards, top-end restaurant meal: $20 and upwards.
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Government Official Name of
country: Republic of Colombia
Type of government: Democratic Republic; Executive branch dominates government structure.
Legislative power: Bicameral Congress (Senate and House of Representatives)
President: Elected by popular vote for a 4-year period.
Governors and City Majors: Elected by popular vote for a 3-year term.
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Geographic Regions Caribbean Region. The Andean
Region. The Pacific
Region. The Eastern Plains
Region. The Colombian
Amazon Region.
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Coastal area and vast inland savannas.
Very friendly people. Sierra Nevada de Santa
Marta (5,800m = 19,000ft).
The Caribbean Region
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Nice Beaches and Islands. Hot climate. Desert in the northern
area.
The Caribbean Region
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The Pacific Region Tropical Rain Forest
and swamps. Sparsely populated. Seaport for
commercial connection with Asian markets.
Some Indian population spots.
High rainfall all year.
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The Andean Region Where most
population is concentrated.
Goes along the Andean Mountains (“Cold” Region).
Higher degree of economic and social development.
Bogota, Medellin, Cali as main cities.
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The Andean Region Also there are
a lot of little towns where the population is mostly peasants.
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The Eastern Plains Region Agricultural area. Sparsely populated. Oil fields.
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The Amazon Region Dense jungle. Highly sensitive eco-
system. About 50,000 Indians live
near rivers. Still preserve their myths
and rituals.
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The Amazon Region Popular Eco-Tourism
site. Borders with Peru
and Brazil. Richest rain forest
on Earth.
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Main Cities in Colombia Bogotá Altitude: 2,600
m above sea level (8,600 feet).
Population: 6.7 million.
Mean Temp: 13°C (55°F).
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Main Cities in Colombia Medellin Altitude: 1,500
m above sea level (4,800 feet).
Population: 1.8 million.
Mean Temp: 22°C (74°F).
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Main Cities in Colombia Cali Altitude: 1,050
m above sea level (3,250 feet).
Population: 1.8 million.
Mean Temp: 26°C (78°F).
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Main Cities in Colombia Barranquilla Altitude: 20 m
above sea level (60 feet).
Population: 1.4 million.
Mean Temp: 29°C (84°F).
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Main Cities in Colombia Cartagena Altitude: Sea
level. Population: 700
thousand. Mean Temp:
29°C (85°F).
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Main Cities in Colombia Pereira Population:
700 thousand.
COLOMBIA
Culture The different roots and traditions of Indians,
Spaniards and Africans created interesting fusions. Different races and cultures throughout the country. Music: Cuban Salsa, African Rhythms from the
Caribbean and heavily Spanish-influenced. People dance, drink and talk in parties. Merengue,
salsa, rock and pop are common music for parties. Salutation: Men and women kiss on the cheek as a
sign of friendship (the same as any other Latin American countries).
Buses stop everywhere.. Just hail the bus.. easy!! People are not very punctual, especially in big cities.
COLOMBIA
Culture No drinking age. Hard drinks
are more common than just beer in parties (Better quality rather than quantity !!).
Colombians love soccer (football), cycling and car races.
It is common for people to live with their family until they get married… reason: Family relationship is very important and strong (It is common in most countries in Latin America).
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Some Outstanding Colombians
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Reality about Drug Production
Problem: Colombia is still the
largest producer of cocaine.
Cultivated mostly in the southern area.
2% of the country’s population lives there.
Guerrilla groups get funds from drugs.
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Other Points Coca production has shifted
from Bolivia and Peru into Colombia.
Consumer demand in the U.S. and Europe remains strong.
Drug trafficking causes corruption.
Billions in public funds are needed to fight traffickers.
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World Major Drug Production
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Drug Consumption North America and
Europe are the major drug consumers.
An estimated 0.5% or less of drug production stays in Colombia.
Source: DEA (www.dea.gov)
United StatesDrug Users Growth
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Why Colombia is involved in this business?
Ideal climate and growing conditions.
Availability of vast under-populated areas.
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Why Colombia is involved in this business?
Strategic location near to U.S. markets (Colombia is less than 3 hrs away from the U.S).
Armed groups support the business.
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The Guerrilla Groups (18,000 members)
The Paramilitary Groups (8,000 members)
These groups consist of 26,000 individuals in the country (only 0.065% of the population), which are located mainly in rural areas.
What causes the violence in Colombia?
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Peace Process
Negotiation Zone (ELN)
Negotiation Zone (FARC)
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Some Points Despite the violence,
these groups have never had enough popular nor military support necessary to overthrow the government.
Big Drug cartels were dismantled in the 90’s.
Small traffickers still remain.
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Timeline In the 70’s first drug cases occurred. Communism groups (guerrilla) came into action. Soon the “business” increased due to low control. Coca production has shifted from Bolivia and Peru
into Colombia. The drug cartels appeared, and the biggest
cartels were dismantled by the government (late 90’s).
Ultra-Right wing paramilitaries appeared as a reaction against Guerrilla.
Colombia is currently negotiating Peace Process (Began in 1999).
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Conclusions about Drugs
It is sad that Colombia’s reputation has been affected by particular circumstances that hide the good aspects of this beautiful country.
Production problem is concentrated mainly in southern Colombia where only 2% of the population is located.
The social issue regarding the drug business seems simple, but is very complex.
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Conclusions about Drugs Armed groups are not concentrated, which
makes harder to fight against them. Despite the war against drugs, the
Colombian economy is still stable (Colombia is the only country in South America which has never had hyperinflation).
The Colombian image has been impacted negatively. Some people see Colombia as a main cause of the problem, which is wrong.
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Conclusions about Drugs Millions of drug consumers
around the world keep the demand strong, affecting Colombia because this money support both the business and the armed groups.
Since the drug business is strongly global-linked, it has to be eradicated through international collaboration (Producer and consumer countries).
Now let’s see something about
AIESECIn
Colombia!!
Colombia
•AIESEC - Colombia was founded in 1958 (Just 10 years after it was founded in Europe).
•Currently it has about 300 active members and 10 Local Chapters (LC’s).
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•Location of AIESEC Local Chapters (LC’s).
MC, Javeriana, Andes, Rosario
Norte
Cali
EAFIT, Bolivariana
BucaramangaManizales
Pereira
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What are these babes
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HAVING A PARTY !!
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Colombia … member of the big AIESEC family!!
THANK YOU !!
Salomé GrisalesAIESEC-COLOMBIA
AIESEC