Colombia tax plan hits healthy food with 19% VAT, contradicting health goals

A Colombian tax proposal would impose 19% VAT on fruits, vegetables, and essential foods, contradicting stated public-health goals of taxing sugary drinks to discourage unhealthy consumption. The measure would raise food costs and disproportionately burden low-income households. The policy's inconsistency and regressive impact are the key concerns.

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