Colombia Ministry of Commerce reports alleged Fontur contract irregularities

The Colombian Ministry of Commerce has filed a complaint with the Prosecutor General's Office regarding alleged irregularities in contracting processes at the National Tourism Fund (Fontur) during the administration of Gustavo Petro.

According to official reports, more than 125 billion Colombian pesos were reportedly committed through 148 contracts before the implementation of the Electoral Guarantees Law. The Ministry identified potential inconsistencies in documentation, including alleged falsehoods in dates, signatures, and legal requirements. The information is also being transferred to the Comptroller General of the Republic and the Inspector General's Office for further investigation.

Fontur manages resources intended for tourism competitiveness, promotion, and infrastructure. The investigation seeks to determine if these funds were used for legitimate projects or if the alleged mismanagement will impact the economic development of tourism-dependent territories.