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President De La Espriella announces priority healthcare support for Buenaventura following earthquake

President Abelardo De La Espriella announced special measures to address Buenaventura's healthcare system following damage caused by an earthquake.

By El Medio Oriente
August 16, 2026
A group of officials and emergency response workers in yellow hard hats and safety attire gather on an urban street surrounded by buildings with closed metal doors.
President Abelardo De La Espriella meets with emergency response personnel and officials during a damage assessment visit to Buenaventura following the earthquake. (El Tiempo — Política)
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President Abelardo De La Espriella announced the implementation of special healthcare support for Buenaventura's health system following damage caused by an earthquake. The president toured the cities most affected by the tremor.

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