Over 60,000 species have been registered in the country, many of which call the Colombian Amazon home.
But deforestation has always been an issue.
The impetus for this dramatic turnaround?
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It’s all tied up in Colombia’s complex political history.
And often, the top bargaining chip is the environment.
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This is already making a big impact.
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Now, it’s a different experience.
Much of the change is happening in Guaviare state, where arid cattle grounds meet rich, lush jungles.
The government is setting its focus here in hopes of preserving an environment that is home to innumerable species.
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Here, a rebel group called Estado Mayor Central or Central Command (EMC) runs the show.
Botero has never seen anything like it.
Weve never had this as the first step in negotiations.
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Muhamad has stated that this time, the environment will be placed at the forefront of any peace talks.
While it’s still too early to see if these deforestation ceasefires will hold, officials are optimistic.
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Still, EMC is not the only group that rules portions of the Colombian Amazon.
