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<p>The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a serious challenge to all countries, and Latin
America is facing one of the deadliest outbreaks. Inevitably this has added to the
difficulties Colombia faces with the implementation of the Peace Accord, but all parties
have taken effective steps to try to mitigate this impact, as the Special Representative,
Carlos Ruiz Massieu, noted in his most recent report. At the UN Security Council on
14 July, our Permanent Representative commended the parties for having adapted quickly
to the situation, and urged the Colombian government to continue to work with its
domestic and international partners to provide assistance to former combatant communities
so reintegration could remain on track despite an economic downturn.</p><p>During
this challenging time, the Colombian government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing
the 2016 peace agreement in full. The UK will continue to support the Colombian peace
process and to emphasise the importance of pressing ahead with work to consolidate
peace and build stability. We will continue to work closely with the Colombian Government
and civil society on the peace process and related matters.</p>
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