Colombian Port Faces River Dryness and Border Dispute

Colombia’s only Amazon port town, Leticia, is facing a potential disruption due to dwindling river levels and escalating tensions with Peru. Local authorities are implementing adaptation strategies as the river’s role in the town’s operations is diminishing. This situation is prompting political discussion and raising concerns about potential logistical challenges for trade and transportation within the region. The border dispute is being viewed as a key factor contributing to the problem.

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