Ecuador Imposes 100% Tariff on Colombia in Escalating Border Dispute
Facing a long-running border dispute over drug trafficking and security, Ecuador raised tariffs on Colombian imports to 100% (effective May 1), following earlier 50% hikes. The move drew sharp rebuke from Colombia's Gustavo Petro, who warned it could spell the end of the Andean Pact and push focus toward Mercosur, amid broader tensions including ambassador recalls and cross-border energy disruptions.