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Prince Harry Addresses Misinformation in Colombia Visit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Bogotá, Colombia, to discuss digital responsibility and the impact of AI and social media. During their visit, they met with Vice-President Francia Márquez and engaged in various activities, including visiting a school and participating in a summit. Prince Harry stressed the importance of addressing misinformation, stating, 'We are no longer debating facts.'

16 August 2024 · 23:07 UTC

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, visited Bogotá, Colombia, for a four-day trip focused on digital responsibility.

Hosted by Vice-President Francia Márquez, the couple engaged in talks about the impact of AI and social media on misinformation.

They visited a local school to discuss the effects of social media and participated in a summit partially sponsored by their Archewell Foundation.

Prince Harry emphasized the urgency of addressing misinformation, asserting, 'We are no longer debating facts.' Despite the trip not being a state visit or official royal event, they received full security detail.

The couple's itinerary includes traveling to Cartagena and Cali, following a similar visit to Nigeria earlier this year.