After accompanying dialogue routes between the youth of Cali and authorities, within the framework of the 2021 National Strike, the ambassador of the European Union (EU) in Colombia, Guilles Bertrand, came to dialogue and learn about the experiences of businessmen.
The EU was one of the key mediators with the protesters in the so-called ‘social outbreak’ in Cali, between April 29 and June 2021. “My presence is part of a commitment followed by the European Union. We have been traveling to Cali for some time, also to Cauca and other cities in Valle del Cauca,” said Bertrand.
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With the presence of the European diplomat, his intentions to continue in contact in the regions are reflected. “Since when I started as ambassador in September, I continued that constant dialogue that had been had before, during and now after the strike.”
One of the meetings was with leaders of ProPacific, whose executive director is María Isabel Ulloa, who pointed out that the idea was to show the ambassador: “How through @ProPacificoOrg and @ValleCompromiso we carry out articulated actions in favor of the integral development of Cali, the Valley and the Pacific Region.”
Bertrand highlighted the participation from various business sectors, to expand the dynamics in the employability sector around the social development of the people of Cali. “On the part of the business world I hear a desire for mutual understanding and to move forward with a more shared vision. I have seen a form of economic development that is more inclusive, where all Caleños, particularly the youth, can see their future,” he said.
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Taking into account the lack of hope perceived in May and June, due to the absence of dialogue between academia, businessmen, young people, institutions and the State, the European Union has now shown greater participation and economic dynamism in the department.
The determination to leave the past behind and build a shared vision are part of the progress expected from the European Union.
“When I came in October these intentions were felt. Now, what’s interesting about this visit is that there has already been progress and it shows a collective determination to get things done and to bring about long-term change in the city,” he mentioned.
Members of the ‘Agreement for Cali’ participated in the Ambassador’s visit, which has proposed a document to the inhabitants of the city, in which the fundamental minimums are respected to advance in the solution to the existing problem.
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The young people have expressed that there is more confidence and will in all the sectors that seek to pacify the region. “Beyond the dialogue tables, we see an understanding on the part of the youth and the businessmen,” said Bertrand.
The Ambassador was in Buenaventura. “I was impressed by the hopefuls for the Middle Pacific peace seat that I met. Despite the many challenges and risks they face, I saw them aware of their historical role and determined to pave the way for peace and carry the voice of the victims.”
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