Colombian President Gustavo Petro has publicly accused several congressmen with ties to the Char family of diverting resources allocated for electrical energy projects in the Caribbean region. He alleges these funds were deposited into accounts in Panama. The accusations center around the energy company Air-e, which Petro announced his government intends to liquidate. Assets from Air-e will be used to establish a joint venture with another public utility in the region, aiming to improve energy infrastructure. Petro did not provide specific evidence during his announcement, prompting calls for further investigation. The Char family, a prominent political and business force in the Caribbean region, has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. This development escalates ongoing tensions between the Petro administration and political opponents.
