Álvaro Uribe assured with Westcol that Petro and Cepeda seek “absolute power” with the constituent assembly
Former President Uribe said the country must generate confidence among businessmen. Photo: Courtesy - A.P.I.
TL;DR
- Álvaro Uribe Vélez criticized Gustavo Petro and Iván Cepeda Castro during a livestream with Westcol.
- Uribe claims Petro and Cepeda seek “absolute power” through a constituent assembly proposal.
- He stated that concentrating political power would harm private investment, employment, and business stability.
- Uribe called for security, low taxes, and reduced corruption to boost investment and confidence.
- He compared Petro's proposals to those of Hugo Chávez and Fidel Castro.
- Uribe warned that a constituent assembly by decree poses a risk to the division of powers.
- He argued that current political uncertainty is affecting business confidence and hindering investment.
- Uribe stated that the Petro government has “done a lot of damage” to the economy, with businesses fearing higher taxes.
- He highlighted a progressive deterioration in formal employment, with most new jobs being informal.
- Westcol, a streamer and businessman, commented on the complexity of operating businesses due to tax burdens.
- Uribe stressed the need to regain territorial control and combat crime for sustainable economic growth.
- The discussion touched on youth frustration with corruption and unfulfilled promises.
- Uribe suggested that creating opportunities through employment, education, and entrepreneurship is crucial for new generations.