Colombia Seeks Consensus Before Presenting Pension Bill: President Duque

The transcript discusses Colombia's economic growth, investment, and challenges such as unemployment and migration. It covers the impact of minimum wage increases on consumption and efforts in job creation. Social reforms and protests are addressed, along with the need for pension reform consensus. The discussion includes international investment, particularly with China and the US, and highlights environmental initiatives and support for Venezuelan refugees.

What was the economic growth rate of Colombia in 2019?

• 2%

• 5%

• 3%

• 4%

How did the Colombian government respond to concerns about the minimum wage increase?

• By freezing the minimum wage

• By decreasing the minimum wage

• By increasing taxes

• By maintaining the increase to boost purchasing power

What is the Colombian government's target unemployment rate by 2022?

• Below 8%

• Below 10%

• Below 7%

• Below 9%

What percentage of Colombians over 65 have access to a pension?

• 50%

• 100%

• 25%

• 75%

What is the main reason for the protests mentioned in the transcript?

• High taxes

• Foreign investment

• Pension and labor reforms

• Environmental issues

Which country is Colombia's second-largest trading partner?

• Germany

• China

• United States

• Brazil

What environmental initiative has Colombia committed to by 2022?

• Reducing carbon emissions by 50%

• Planting 118 million trees

• Banning plastic use

• Increasing renewable energy by 30%