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November 2, 2024
Petro Could Not Decree Disaster for the Situation Colombians Are Experiencing in Spain
La República
Labor and employment attorney Camilo Cuervo was interviewed by La República about President Gustavo Petro's proposal to declare a state of disaster for Colombians affected by the floods in Spain. The article explored the legal and constitutional limitations of such a declaration, highlighting that the disaster declaration mechanism is designed for situations within the country's national territory. Mr. Cuervo analyzed the legal implications of the presidential proposal and explained the alternative ways to assist fellow citizens abroad.
"It is a populist statement to claim that an emergency will be declared for a disaster with international characteristics. International cooperation can be sought, and there is a system coordinated with supranational organizations such as the Red Cross," he said.
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"It is a populist statement to claim that an emergency will be declared for a disaster with international characteristics. International cooperation can be sought, and there is a system coordinated with supranational organizations such as the Red Cross," he said.
READ: Petro Could Not Decree Disaster for the Situation Colombians Are Experiencing in Spain