Western Hemisphere
Colombian President Álvaro Uribe told on Friday his counterparts of the Union of South American Nations (Unasur), held in Bariloche, Argentina, that he will not reverse a military agreement with the United States, despite criticism of some countries in the region.

"Colombia is not to waive its sovereignty; it is governed by the principle of territorial integrity of States. The US access to help Colombia fight narco-terrorism is an access without Colombia waiving sovereignty over a millimeter of its territory," said Uribe.

"Article 3 of this agreement (Unasur) states that this agreement cannot be used for meddling in internal affairs of other States," stressed the Colombian Head of State when refusing the criticism of his security policy, DPA quoted.

Uribe also made an appeal to widen up the debate on the issue of "terrorism and drug traffic, supply of weapons to terrorist groups and joint responsibility in the fight against terrorism and illegal drugs."