Although the signature of the president of Colombia is still missing, Gustavo Petro, to the decree that officially names him as Chancellorthe first “official act” of Luis Gilberto Murillo with a new Minister of Foreign Affairs will be in Atlanta, United States, where this Wednesday inaugurates the first binational Cover between United States – Colombia of Afro leaders.
“In a historic event, Colombia and the United States will hold the first Binational Summit of Afro-descendant Leaders, under the motto ‘Connecting the African Diaspora’, on May 15, 2024 in Atlanta. This event aims to address the shared challenges faced by communities and peoples of African descent in both nations,” the statement says.
According to the embassy, the event was born as one of the commitments that were made after the president’s last visit. Gustavo Petro to Washington and after a meeting held with the black caucus and the caucus of progressive congressmen of the United States.
“The summit arises as a response to a bilateral agenda established between leaders from Colombia and the United States, with the clear purpose of promoting ethnic and racial equality, promoting the exchange of experiences, establishing support networks and catalyzing economic and social development. of these peoples and communities. In addition, it seeks to make visible and recognize the Afro-descendant people at the international level, supporting the construction of an agenda of life and peace in the Afro-descendant territories” in both countries, stated the diplomatic representation in the US capital.
“The Colombia-US relationship stands as one of the most robust and enduring partnerships in the Western Hemisphere,” he said @LuisGMurilloActing Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia.
“Addressing issues shared by Afro-descendant communities in both countries is paramount and… pic.twitter.com/XQaR8kFY76— Embassy of Colombia in the United States (@ColombiaEmbUSA) May 15, 2024
The meeting of the African leaders will be at the iconic Morehouse College Massey Leadership Center, alma mater of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.
SERGIO GÓMEZ MASERI – EL TIEMPO CORRESPONDENT – WASHINGTON
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