Petro reacted to a video published by Salvatore Mancuso about the so-called Valledupar Pact: “Slander”

President Gustavo Petro has formally denied allegations regarding the so-called Pacto de Valledupar, labeling claims made in a video by Salvatore Mancuso as slander. The controversy emerged following a statement by former presidential advisor Víctor de Currea-Lugo concerning the nature of the meeting in question.

The dispute centers on the credibility of the Pacto de Valledupar and the involvement of political figures. Petro's reaction serves as a direct rebuttal to the narrative presented by Mancuso, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding political associations and the transparency of government-related meetings.