Condolences to president de la Espriella

His Majesty The King has sent the following telegram of condolence to H.E. President Abelardo de la Espriella.

His Excellency
Mr Abelardo de la Espriella
President of the Republic of Colombia
BOGOTÁ

The Queen and I wish to express our deepest and most sincere condolences on the tragic loss of lives caused by the devastating earthquake. We also wish to offer our heartfelt sympathies to the families of the victims and to the Colombian people.

CARL GUSTAF R

Royal Palace, Stockholm

14 August 2026