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Michelle Begue has been reporting for CCTV from Bogotá, Colombia since August 2010. Michelle has brought us in depth coverage on top issues that affect Central America, the Caribbean and South America. Politics, economics, culture, sports and social issues are just some of the topics she has covered for our viewers.
CCTV has sent her to the frontline of some the largest natural disasters in Latin America such as the landslides in Brazil and the inundations in Colombia.
In Haiti, Brazil, Peru and Venezuela, Michelle reported on the latest results during elections. From the Andes Mountains she brought us stories of the Coca Leaf in Peru. She has traveled to the heart of the Colombian conflict to show us the hopes and fears of the displaced.
As a correspondent, Michelle Begue hopes to give viewers a better look at Latin America so they can understand the culture and history of the region. Through her coverage she hopes the audience can connect, learn and feel they have visited these places along with her. Michelle´s dream as a journalist is to reach and change people with unique stories.
In a special ceremony attended by world leaders, the two men signed the peace agreement to begin a new chapter in the country's history.
Most of Colombia's energy comes from hydroelectric plants. But Colombia's energy source has been challenged as a result of El Nino. Some energy experts are wondering why Colombia doesn't tap into other alternative sources such as solar energy.
Spanish treasure galleon at center of ownership battle
'Vine of the soul' ignites debate over creative influences
For the latest on Premier Li Keqiang's visit in Colombia, let's cross live to our correspondent Michelle Begue in Bogota. Q1: Can you first tell us what will top Premier Li's agenda in Colombia?
At least 61 people are dead following the disaster in Colombia's northwest region of Salgar. The country's president, Juan Manuel Santos is there to assess the damage of the deadly mudslide Monday. Authorities are expecting the number of casualties to rise.
The coastal city Cartagena in Colombia is mostly known as a beautiful tourist destination with its colonial charm. But there is a darker side to this seaside paradise. While prostitution in this Colombian city is legal, there is an alarming growth in sex tourism, involving children.
Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez has been in Cuba since December 11th, for treatment for an unspecified type of pelvic cancer. There has been growing speculation over his health as Chavez hasn’t appeared in public since leaving for Havana. Today, his Vice President gave an update.
Colombia is holding peace talks in Cuba to end its 50-year-old armed conflict with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC.
