A delegation consisting of governors from Nariño and Putumayo, alongside mayors from both Colombian border departments and leading figures from local commerce and trucking unions, convened in Bogotá with key Colombian ministers including the Foreign Minister Yolanda Villavicencio. The meeting is seen as a starting point for a series of negotiations aimed at easing tensions between Colombia and Ecuador, particularly concerning trade barriers affecting both nations.

The discussions focused on addressing the concerns raised by representatives of the logistics chain regarding the tariffs imposed on exports and imports. Both governments' officials, including Minister of Finance and various vice ministers, engaged in dialogue to seek constructive solutions to persuade Presidents Daniel Noboa of Ecuador and Gustavo Petro of Colombia to reconsider their respective trade policies focusing on tariffs and duties, which significantly impact regional trade.

As the meeting unfolded on March 16, commitments were made to continue dialogue and establish closer ties, with follow-up actions planned for an upcoming meeting in Lima, Peru, where further discussions will take place. The ongoing mobilization in the border area signals the urgency for these discussions, as local populations are seeking resolution to the economic strain caused by current trade arrangements.