Mintrabajo reafirma su defensa del aumento del mínimo y explica a fondo las razones del 23% para 2026
Ministro del Trabajo, Antonio Sanguino. Foto: Cortesía - A.P.I.
TL;DR
- The minimum wage in Colombia will increase by 23% in 2026.
- The increase is linked to the concept of a 'living wage' as defined by the ILO.
- The government believes higher wages will stimulate the economy through increased consumption and demand.
- The planned increase aims to gradually close the gap between the minimum wage and a living wage.
- The minister argued the wage increase will have a marginal impact on prices (around 0.6%).
- For 2026, the minimum wage will rise to $1,705,905, with transport assistance increasing to $249,095.
- The government highlights positive economic indicators such as reduced inflation and unemployment.
- Support measures will be designed for small and medium-sized businesses to ensure sustainability.