Do you think Ortega makes up reasons as she goes?

April 30 denial Ortega mentions indigenous people sensitivities as one reason for the denial.

"In issuing the communication, the Director General cites sensitivities surrounding indigenous peoples, the small miners and the environment in the area generally known as the Imataca Forest Reserve"

Today Belanger thanks the indigenous people for their support.

"would like to thank the twenty-one local, indigenous and Creole communities from the KM88 area whom through the "Liaison Commission Community- Brisas Project" have
addressed our permitting issue to the government."