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by Europeans, as it appears on Peruvian maps from as early as 1530. Malpelo became a possession of Spain following its discovery, and was subsequently annexed by Peru, and later Colombia.

Modern history

Because of its remoteness, Malpelo counts as an DXCC "entity" for amateur radio purposes. Several DXpeditions to the island have been made with the permission of the Colombian government.

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