Meanwhile negotiations have been instituted, by means of a special commission, to obtain from New Granada full indemnity for injuries sustained by our citizens on the Isthmus and satisfactory security for the general interests of the United States.
Pierce informs about ongoing negotiations for indemnity and security for American interests in New Granada.
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