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"To achieve peace, a yearning felt by all forty million Colombians,
I have spared no expense, and I will spare no effort. And I do know
that we can only do it by following two courses of action, which at
first sight might seem contradictory, but are in fact, the basis for
a lasting, stable and democratic peace.
It is indispensable for Colombia to count on strong, modern and professional Armed Forces; Armed Forces that do promote the interests of the nation, and are able to guarantee peace and security among their compatriots." Andrés Pastrana, President of Colombia
Bogotá, September 14, 2000 |
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one hand, the process of dialogue and negotiation, that we have promoted
with determination and patience...