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The government justifies the move based on a reported deficit of 12% domestic supply meeting producer demand.

The implementation of the 0% tariff is part of a broader government strategy aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of the domestic apparel and footwear industries.

Industry representative Andrés Zuluaga says that Colombia's sustainable leather industry has vast untapped potential.

The tariffs also apply to unfinished uppers imported for final assembly in Colombia.

ProColombia has opened registration for the 80th Business Matchmaking Forum to take place in Medellín’s Plaza Mayor Convention Center from March 16-18, expecting to bring together 3,000 entrepreneurs, exporters and buyers from across Colombia and abroad.