She said she hoped that awarding the prize to Mr. Santos would act as a spur for a future agreement. “I congratulate President Santos for the Nobel,” Mr. Uribe said . A United States-trained economist from a wealthy family in Bogotá, Mr. Santos rose to power as the defense minister under Mr. Uribe. As president, Mr. Santos staked his legacy on ending the war. This week, Mr. Santos searched for ways to save the pact, meeting with Mr. Uribe and other opponents.

Source: New York Times October 07, 2016 09:22 UTC