October 7, 2016
"Nobel Peace Prize shows Colombia must not close the door on hopes for peace with justice"
Today’s awarding of the 2016 Nobel Peace Prize to Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos underscores the expectation that Colombians will persevere in their search for peace with justice, Amnesty International said.
“Millions of Colombians still demand peace and justice. Today’s announcement honours not only the initiative taken by President Santos and his government, but many others both within Colombia and beyond who are seeking a path to peace with justice,” said Salil Shetty, Amnesty International’s Secretary General.
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Also see:
- Colombian President Wins Nobel Prize for Peace Accord, Days After Deal Loses National Referendum, Democracy Now, October 7, 2016
