In this interview, His Excellency, Mr. Alberto Ospina Carreño, the Ambassador of Colombia to the Holy See, discusses the current relationship between the Holy See and Colombia, as well as the role of the Catholic Church in promoting peace, integrating migrants, and seeking stability in the nation. Mr. Carreño shares his experience of meeting the Pope and highlights the Pope’s focus on peace and the ongoing efforts to make progress with armed groups through the involvement of the Church. He also explains the importance of the Church’s presence in Colombia and its ability to understand the problems and needs of the people at the grassroots level. Additionally, he discusses the role of ambassadors in promoting intercultural understanding and cooperation in a globalized world. This conversation provides valuable insights into the work of the Holy See and the Church in promoting peace and integration in Colombia and beyond.

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