Economy / Colombia
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Down But Not Out
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The Uribe administration faced perhaps its toughest month to date in June, a sentiment mirrored by a decline in our short term political risk rating from 71.5 to 67.3. Paramilitary problems, an internal investigation, and worries over the prospects of a US free trade deal all played a prominent role in this ratings drop. Having said that, President Uribe's position remains secure and he still enjoys a high level of popular support. The successful transfer bill in June is testament to his congressional influence also. As such, if the president manages to come through these challenges unscathed, there could be