Press Releases: Colombian Accession to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development

Press Releases: Colombian Accession to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
Press Statement

Heather Nauert
Department Spokesperson

Washington, DC

May 25, 2018

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The United States congratulates Colombia on its accession and completion of the process to become a member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The United States commends Colombia’s significant efforts over the past five years to meet the OECD’s technical standards.

Membership will bring benefits to the economy and people of Colombia, along with important responsibilities to level the playing field on trade and to enhance protections for investors. The United States looks forward to working with Colombia through the OECD to promote the economic and social well-being of people around the world.

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Published May 26, 2018 at 01:16AM
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