and arrival in Colombia sparked a flurry of questions and controversy among locals, according to a royal expert. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were Francia Marquez on Thursday, as they began their four-day tour of the country. Amid the visit, royal expert Robert Jobson claimed some locals are asking: "Are they here to help?" He added: "When Harry and Meghan touched down, it wasn't just the Colombian sun that made people squint.
It was the blinding glare of their celebrity." The author of 'Catherine, the Princess of Wales' questioned whether Harry and Meghan are merely a "shiny distraction to keep the people from looking too closely at the cracks in the walls". Speaking to , he also raised concerns about who is footing the bill for their security, flights, and "luxury accommodations".
However, Vice President Marquez issued a statement prior to the Sussexes' arrival. She said: "They will have the exceptional opportunity to engage with leaders, youth, and women who embody the aspirations and voices of Colombians committed to progress. "In addition to these meaningful interactions, the Duke and Duchess will experience the rich heritage of Colombia.
" As their tour of Colombia continues, Harry and Meghan will journey to Palenque de San Basilio, a former slave town, and attend the Petronio Alvarez music festival in Cali. Harry and Meghan attended the Responsible Digital Future forum in Bogota yesterday as part of their tour. At the Responsible Digital Future forum, hosted by Bogota.