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Colombia Ranks Sixth in the Americas for Trade Facilitation Policies

Colombia has positioned itself among the leading countries in the Americas when it comes to policies that facilitate international trade, according to the latest OECD Trade Facilitation Indicators (TFI) report. Out of 136 economies evaluated, Colombia ranked sixth in the region, standing out for its performance in governance, impartiality, advance rulings, transparency, and tariffs.

This achievement reflects the country’s ongoing efforts to reduce border bureaucracy, streamline documentation, and strengthen cooperation between national and international agencies. As a result, Colombia is improving its logistics competitiveness, reducing costs, and accelerating processes for companies engaged in imports and exports.

Colombia’s Key Achievements

  • OECD reviewed 136 economies, ranking Colombia sixth in the Americas.
  • Overall score of 18.07 points in the TFIs, with top results in governance and impartiality, advance rulings, and tariffs.
  • Bureaucratic bottlenecks reduced between 3% and 7% from 2022 to 2024.

Impact on Costs and Competitiveness

  • Improvements at the border could reduce trade costs by up to 5%.
  • Ambitious reforms could push reductions to as high as 12 percentage points.

Challenges and Opportunities for the Logistics Sector

  • Cross-border and domestic inter-agency cooperation remains underdeveloped.
  • Gaps persist between regulations and real-world implementation, particularly in automation and document handling.
  • Logistics companies such as CEA Cargo can play a pivotal role in bridging these gaps, by offering digital solutions, regulatory advisory, and efficient customs services.

How CEA Cargo Contributes to Progress

  • Deploying digital systems to automate import/export documentation.
  • Providing advisory services for SMEs facing complex regulatory hurdles.
  • Coordinating efficiently with customs agents and cross-border entities to speed up procedures.
  • Enhancing transparency in tariffs, charges, and timelines to build client confidence.

Conclusion

Colombia’s performance in the OECD Trade Facilitation Indicators shows a positive trajectory toward modernizing international trade and logistics. For companies like CEA Cargo, this presents a landscape of growth: opportunities to optimize services, guide clients through efficient import/export solutions, and secure a competitive edge in the global market. The challenge lies in capitalizing on these achievements, addressing remaining implementation gaps, and maintaining a strong focus on innovation and efficiency in logistics.

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