Crossing the border - fleeing a civil war

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June 17th 2007

Published: June 17th 2007

Ecuador is a small Andean country of approximately 13.3 million people. Over the last five years thousands of Colombian refugees have crossed the border to escape an escalation of armed conflict amongst the military, paramilitary and rebel groups, and the hardships created by drug eradication programs (spraying coca crops with herbacide) in southern Colombia. The reception to refugees by newly e... Read Full Entry

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18th June 2007

Rob
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Hi Mel! Excellent story to read, must be have been a nice experience to be around these locals! Apparently for me it is possible to still learn new things about the beautiful continent as well! Keep enjoying yourself! Rob (from Holland)

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