What are the latest news in Bolivia?
Political & Economic Pressures
- Cabinet Shake-Up: President Rodrigo Paz faced a major setback following congressional pressure and censure against his administration’s economic leadership, resulting in the removal of his economy minister. OSAC———
- Post-Protest Economic Transition: Following weeks of heavy road blockades and social unrest over fuel shortages, rising living costs, and reforms, the government lifted key currency restrictions and ended the dollar peg in favor of a floating exchange rate, while continuing to negotiate stability pacts with labor unions and civic groups. -ReliefWeb——–
- Energy & Fuel Supply: Fuel supply concerns and foreign currency reserves remain critical issues, with ongoing efforts by the administration to secure economic stabilization measures and external financing.- Americas Quarterly———
- High-Profile Investigation: A political scandal involving international campaign consultant Fernando Cerimedo led to his detention and investigations regarding an alleged violent attack in Santa Cruz, intensifying political scrutiny on government advisers. -Americas Quarterly——–
- Severe Cold Wave: Unusual snowfall and freezing temperatures affected multiple departmentsnotably PotosÃ, Oruro, and higher-altitude regionsdisrupting regional transport, shutting down schools temporarily, and impacting tens of thousands of families.- Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)———