In August 2016, the FARC reached a peace agreement with the Colombian government as a result of painstaking negotiations. When President Juan Manuel Santos, who led the negotiations, was awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, the international community was signaling to all Colombians their responsibility to find peace. The Nobel Committee’s message was also to the “No” movement, including former President Álvaro Uribe, who can no longer bluntly dismiss any peace agreement. Unlike Brexit, though, the Colombian referendum had no final outcome: By declining this particular agreement, Colombians opened the door for a new deal. PhotoAny signed agreement between Mr. Santos and the FARC will be the cornerstone upon which Colombians will be able to build.

Source: New York Times December 05, 2016 09:12 UTC