Emergencia económica: impuestos del Minhacienda desatan el debate jurídico y alertas de inconstitucionalidad

TL;DR

The Colombian government is exploring new tax measures and the possibility of declaring an economic emergency to fund the 2026 national budget.
Proposed tax changes include an expanded wealth tax for companies, an increase in the financial transaction tax to 5x1000, a 19% VAT on online gambling, higher taxes on liquor and tobacco, and a special tax on oil and coal extraction.
Business leaders and tax experts have raised concerns about the constitutionality of using an economic emergency decree, the potential impact on legal certainty, and the financial burden on citizens and businesses.
Critics argue that the government should focus on fiscal discipline and transparency in spending rather than imposing new taxes through extraordinary measures.
The debate highlights concerns about the potential negative effects on liquidity, investment, and economic growth in Colombia.

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