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Statement by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General And Head of the UN Verification Mission In Colombia, Miroslav Jenča, on Election Day, 31 May 2026
By UN Verification Mission in Colombia at ReliefWeb
· June 1, 2026
· 1 min read
. I congratulate the people of Colombia for their inclusive and peaceful participation in the presidential elections on 31 May, a fundamental milestone for the country’s democracy and future. Throughout election day, the Mission, through its field presence, was able to witness firsthand the efforts
Key takeaway Throughout election day, the Mission, through its field presence, was able to witness firsthand the efforts and commitment of Colombia’s electoral authorities and public security forces to ensure the orderly conduct of the polls.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 1, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? . I congratulate the people of Colombia for their inclusive and peaceful participation in the presidential elections on 31 May, a fundamental milestone for the country’s democracy and future. Throughout election day, the Mission, through its field presence, was able to witness firsthand the efforts
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