Dialogue with greatness, defense of institutionalism, rejection of violence and vandalism, and restoration of order: ACP

The Colombian Association of Oil and Gas (ACP) representing the oil and gas industry, calls for a dialogue with greatness, for the defense of institutions, rejection of violence and organized vandalism, and the restoration of public order. In this sense, it is allowed to express:

1. We call for a dialogue with greatness, in which the interests of the Nation prevail over those of individuals or groups, convened by the President of the Republic. All citizens must participate, without distinction, in the defense of the Rule of Law, democracy, and institutional integrity.
2. We urge all citizens to reject violent actions and organized vandalism.
3. Social protest is a fundamental right that must be exercised peacefully and without violating the rights of others, equally legitimate. The Constitution does not protect its exercise through violence or by transgressing the rights of other citizens.
4. It is urgent to restore public order. The blockades of roads and access to cities, neighborhoods, paths, and populated centers, preventing free mobility, the right to work, the transit of medical missions, and the supply of food, medicines, and fuels, violate the human rights of the inhabitants of the country.
5. We strongly support the legitimately constituted authorities; the Armed Forces and the National Police, and the Mobile Anti-Disturbance Squad, ESMAD, in the application of the Constitution and the Law, within the framework of human rights.