The incoming administration of Abelardo de la Espriella faces a complex fiscal landscape as it prepares to take office. According to an official transition report provided by outgoing Finance Minister Germán Ávila to his successor, Miguel Gómez, the new government will inherit significant budgetary challenges. The report highlights immediate pressures related to the health sector, the state-owned oil company Ecopetrol, and regional funding requirements, noting the existence of substantial budget deficits that will require urgent attention.
Separately, the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Mipymes (MICM) has announced that fuel prices will remain frozen for the week of July 25 to July 31, 2026. Under this directive, the price of premium gasoline is set at 338.10 pesos per gallon, with regular gasoline also maintaining its current rate. This measure ensures price stability for consumers during the specified period.
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