In light of the recent events that have taken place in Colombia, Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart will host a press conference on Monday, July 7th, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. to discuss Plan Colombia, the Free Trade Agreement with Colombia, and to praise President Alvaro Uribe and the Colombian government for their serious and responsible work.
"The heroic rescue once again demonstrates that President Alvaro Uribe and the Colombian government are successfully defeating these enemies of democracy. Their work is serious and responsible and they continue making significant improvements to sustain their unwavering democracy. Colombia is our strongest ally in the region and it is critical that we support Plan Colombia and a Free Trade Agreement with Colombia," said Diaz-Balart.
He will be joined by Fabio Andrade, Colombian-American activist and leader in South Florida. Other leaders, activists and businessmen from the Colombian-American community will also be present.