Colombian Federation of Municipalities and ACP create a special chapter to strengthen hydrocarbon-producing regions

The Colombian Association of Oil and Gas (ACP) and the Colombian Federation of Municipalities signed a memorandum of understanding to create the Chapter of Hydrocarbon Producing Municipalities of REMEN, the Network of Municipalities of the Mining Energy Environment. This alliance aims to promote the sustainable development of territories, optimize the management of royalty resources and other sources of financing, as well as contribute to ensuring the energy security of the country.

With this initiative, FedeMunicipios and the ACP will work together with local leaders to strengthen the institutional capacity of local administrations and foster spaces for dialogue and cooperation for the benefit of communities. The agreement was formalized at an event that included the participation of mayors from producing municipalities across the country.

During the meeting, the president of the ACP, Frank Pearl, highlighted that “the purpose of the alliance is to coordinate efforts so that the resources derived from hydrocarbons translate into projects, more competitiveness, and more well-being for communities in the regions, and to ensure the energy security of Colombians.”.

For his part, the vice president of the Federation, Campo Elías Ramírez, stated that “the agreement being signed is of great importance for the oil municipalities of the country, as it allows for the strengthening of the capacities of local leaders in their local management, and facilitates spaces for dialogue and coordination with companies, unions, government, and social organizations, to ensure the sustainable use of hydrocarbons in the country and reinforce the economic and social importance of this sector.”.