Irene Vélez
Irene Vélez is the Colombian Minister of Mines and an advocate for sustainable mining practices. She has gained attention for her controversial stance on halting fossil fuel exploration in favor of economic degrowth. Her proposals have sparked considerable debate in Colombia, particularly regarding the country's energy supply and the broader implications for economic policy.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 7 | 5.00 | 0.29% | +20% | 50,882,884 | 179,511 | $350,000 | 1,235$ |
| Totals | 7 | 50,882,884 | 179,511 | $350,000 | 1,235$ |
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Recent Mentions
Colombia:
Irene Vélez is the former Minister of Mines and currently serves as consul in London.
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Colombia:
Irene Vélez is the former Minister of Mines and Energy and currently serves as the consul of Colombia in London.
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Colombia:
Irene Vélez was the former Minister of Mines and Energy who left her position following a controversy involving her minor son.
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Colombia:
Irene Vélez was the predecessor of Andrés Camacho as Minister of Mines and Energy.
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Colombia:
Irene Vélez was the previous minister of Mines and Energy before Andrés Camacho.
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Colombia:
Irene Vélez's policies have hindered serious initiatives in the country.
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Colombia:
Minister Irene Vélez defended the suspension of fuel exploration at the national mining congress.
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