Mobilization takes place near the Rumichaca bridge this Saturday, March 21
A mobilization of approximately 500 people from transportation and cross-border trade unions is taking place near the Rumichaca international bridge in Ecuador.
Transporters from Ipiales mobilize to insist on the review of tariffs
Transporters and traders in Ipiales, Colombia are protesting to demand a review of tariffs imposed by the Colombian and Ecuadorian governments, causing significant disruptions at the Rumichaca bridge.
Ipiales Trade Falls by 95% with Closure of Rumichaca Bridge Due to Elections in Colombia: Mobilization Planned for This Monday
The closure of the Rumichaca International Bridge has drastically reduced trade between Ecuador and Colombia by 95% as vehicle movement is restricted for election security measures.
Rumichaca Bridge will close this weekend due to elections in Colombia
The Rumichaca international bridge will be closed from Saturday evening to Monday morning because of Colombian Senate and Chamber elections.
Fire reported in a building in downtown Guayaquil
A structural fire has been reported in a building located at the intersection of Rumichaca and Benalcázar streets in downtown Guayaquil.
Reduction of cargo vehicle movement is perceived at the Rumichaca bridge, at the border between Ecuador and Colombia
Ecuador will increase its security tax on imports from Colombia, leading to a significant reduction in vehicle movement at the Rumichaca border.
Merchants of Tulcán: The flow of goods arriving from Colombia across the Rumichaca bridge has fallen by 80%
The flow of goods from Colombia to Ecuador via the Rumichaca bridge has decreased by 80% due to new tariffs and security rates.
Transporters from Ecuador and Colombia protest in Rumichaca against tariffs
Transporters and border unions from Ecuador and Colombia protested at the Rumichaca bridge against tariff measures imposed by both countries.
Colombian police intensify controls at the Rumichaca bridge
Following the implementation of a 30% tariff on Colombian products entering Ecuador, Colombian police have increased controls at the Rumichaca international bridge, tightening border security.
Rumichaca Bridge: 'There was no activity anymore, it was practically dead'
Since the introduction of a 30% tax on goods entering from Colombia, the Rumichaca Bridge has seen a significant decrease in commercial activity, leading to a notable decline in commerce between Tulcán and Ipiales, according to local business leaders.