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Colombia port tonnage fee sparks trade group, ministry opposition
El EspectadorLO·CO·1 day ago
Colombian business association Andi estimates an $84 million increase in collection costs due to disruptions at Buenaventura port, a critical gateway for food and raw material imports. The estimate underscores the port's strategic importance for national supply chains, though the specific cause of disruption is not detailed. This development signals potential inflationary pressure and supply chain risk for Colombia.