All Episodes

January 23, 2020 32 mins
Mientras Colombia es más reconocida en el mundo por sus esmeraldas, la producción de oro en el país es importante también. De hecho, según algunos informes, en los últimos años los ingresos de la minería aurífera ilegal en Colombia han superado aquellos del comercio de la cocaína. Sin embargo, la práctica ilícita se asocia con la destrucción medioambiental y los peligros para la salud para el público en general. Por eso, el gobierno y otros organismos que tienen vínculos con la industria han incrementado sus esfuerzos para mejorarla. Una iniciativa es 'Oro Responsable para la Pequeña Minería', una alianza público-privada entre la Asociación Suiza de Oro Responsable y la Secretaría del Estado para Asuntos Económicas de Suiza. En este episodio Christian Brändli, Jefe de Cooperación Económica de la Embajada de Suiza en Colombia, nos informa del programa.

While Colombia is much better known worldwide for its emeralds, gold production here is also quite significant. In fact, according to some reports, in recent years revenues from illegal gold mining in Colombia have far exceeded those of the cocaine trade. Add in the environmental destruction and health hazards for the wider public associated with the practice and it's little wonder that programmes have been put in place in attempts to clean up the industry.
One of those is the Swiss-led Better Gold Initiative. Christian Brändli, Head of Economic Development Cooperation at the Embassy of Switzerland in Colombia, tells us what it's all about.
Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

Welcome to Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club — the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by award-winning journalist Danielle Robay, each week new episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Club and beyond to share stories that transcend the page. Pull up a chair. You’re not just listening — you’re part of the conversation.

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.