INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
the Estado Mayor Central (EMC).These discussions have led to notable achievements in less than three months.The rebels agreed to stop
This effort seeks to end a conflict that lasted over six decades and has caused over 450,000 deaths.Talks with the EMC began in October and
coordinator.Gonzalez highlighted significant progress
(Photo Internet reproduction)However, he also mentioned increased clashes between the EMC and other illegal groups.These groups are
competing for control in areas involved in drug trafficking and illegal mining.Gonzalez emphasized the need for regional and multilateral
end to kidnapping and extortion.Additionally, the Colombian government is engaging in ceasefire negotiations with the leftist National
Liberation Army (ELN).However, discussions with the Segunda Marquetalia, another FARC faction, have not started.The Clan del Golfo, a
prominent drug-trafficking gang, has declined an offer of reduced sentences for surrender.
