This article explores
the increasingly significant intersection between investment arbitration, human
rights protection, and corporate sustainability in Colombia. Historically,
these fields have been considered divergent, but recent developments in
bilateral investment treaties (BITs) in Latin America, particularly in
Colombia, are challenging this perception. The relevance of this study lies in
the examination of how Colombia is potentially setting a new standard in
integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) or corporate
sustainability criteria and human rights considerations into its investment
treaties, which could serve as a model for other countries in the region and
favor a broader interpretation of investment treaties.