Communications on the morning of March 22, 2003 from the Shell company’s security agents are reported as suggesting that the dispute over seismic oil testing on Sarayacu territory will be resolved in 15 days or the oil company will enter by military force. The military entered the Shaimi and Montalvo area of the Sarayacu territory, and the Kichwa say that they desperately need moral and financial support to help them mobilize against the illicit incursions. The people of Sarayacu are also calling for international support and pressure from human rights, indigenous, and environmental organizations on Shell to prevent violence in the area. For more information on the situation in Saryacu and how to help, visit their website at www.sarayacu.com.
