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June 07, 2022

LALExpo Announces Cancellation

CARTAGENA, Colombia — The LALExpo on Tuesday announced it has been forced to cancel its event because the Barranquilla Mayor's Office changed course and denied the necessary permits it needed to operate. The LALExpo—which was scheduled for June 12-15—recently moved locations from Cartagena to the northern seaport town of Barranquilla following shutdown attempts. Show organizer Anthony Rivera made an official statement about the reasons for cancellation. His statement follows in full: "With deep sadness and great disappointment, I address each one of us who are part of this great and misunderstood industry. You more than anyone know how much we have worked at LaLexpo for the promotion, formalization and legalization of our industry. "As some may already know, yesterday the Barranquilla Mayor's Office denied the necessary permits for the development of our expo. We deeply regret and reject this decision which, as you will understand, forces us to officially cancel it. "It is false, as has come out in some media, that we did not comply with the legal requirements to obtain the necessary approval for its realization. This is a political decision that ignores our rights, sets a very bad precedent, puts our right to work at risk and affects the dignity of thousands of people who daily derive their livelihood from this business. "The adult entertainment industry is not only legal and duly approved by Colombian regulations, but its rights have been recognized in several Constitutional Court rulings. With the measure taken by the Mayor's Office of Barranquilla, like that of Cartagena a few weeks ago, an obvious discrimination is being generated and fundamental rights that we as a society cannot ignore are being violated. "It is incredible that for the Nation, as well as for the territorial entities, we are legal to pay taxes, but we do not have the right to organize our annual Expo. Together with the legal team, we are evaluating different measures aimed at protecting the industry and the rights of more than 150,000 people. "The decision to move the venue to Barranquilla was made, among other reasons, because the mayor, from the first moment, offered all the necessary guarantees for the development of the event. As was evident in his various interventions in the media, there was a public support for the Expo that we never imagined would be withdrawn. As you can imagine, the cancellation first in Cartagena and now in Barranquilla, has a profound economic impact that we as organizers must assume. "I want to invite you so that, through social networks, the media and even on the street, we can raise our voice of protest, defend the rights we have as an industry and show the need for the country and Colombian society to evolve and leave that double standard that is hurting us. "From my position I will continue to work tirelessly for the industry, its formalization, legality and recognition as an axis of economic development in our country. "We deeply regret the effects this decision may have on your travel plans. Those who have questions, concerns or even comments can contact us through [email protected] where we have a team ready to help you." 

 
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