2024-09-07 17:47:33
The current Colombian ambassador to the FAO in Venezuela, Armando Benedetti, is facing a disciplinary investigation by the Foreign Ministry, after several unjustified absences were detected in the exercise of his diplomatic functions.
The investigation, opened this week, seeks to clarify the reasons behind his alleged abandonment of office. and evaluate the sanctions that could be applied if the violation is confirmed.
This process arises amid growing questions about Benedetti’s absence when he was Colombia’s ambassador in Caracas, considered strategic for Colombia’s foreign policy due to the importance of bilateral relations with Venezuela. The Foreign Ministry has described the case as a serious offence, given the impact that the abandonment could have on diplomatic management between the two countries.
The ambassador’s future now hangs in the balance. Sanctions could range from a simple warning to dismissal, depending on the results of the investigation. Moreover, as he is an ambassador, leaving office could be a challenge. could have criminal implications, which would take the case to the Criminal Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice.
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Benedetti, a well-known figure in Colombian politics and close to the current government, has been the focus of attention both for his diplomatic actions and for his career in Congress. The Foreign Ministry has reiterated the importance of continuity and presence in diplomatic posts, stressing that the role of an ambassador is vital for the defense of national interests and stability in international relations.
While the process is underway, the collection of testimonies and evidence is expected to clarify the situation.
It is worth mentioning that the Attorney General’s Office is closely monitoring an investigation by the Foreign Ministry into an alleged case of domestic violence involving the ambassador to the FAO, Armando Benedetti Villaneda.
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