Latest news in Bolivia? September 20th, 2026

The latest major news from Bolivia centers on significant economic changes enacted by the government:

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• End of Diesel Subsidies: President Rodrigo Paz announced the complete elimination of the country’s diesel fuel subsidy, moving pricing to match international market rates. The price per liter increased significantly from 9.80 to 17.95 bolivianos. The administration stated that the move aims to eliminate long-standing fuel shortages and stop the fiscal drain on state reserves.

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• IMF Loan Approval: This decision closely follows the Bolivian Congress and Senate approving a major $1.9 billion financing program and loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize the nation’s economy and replenish foreign reserves.

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• Social Cushioning Measures: To counteract the immediate financial impact on the population, the government announced new social assistance programssuch as the PEPE bonus for millions of citizensalongside preferential credit lines for transport operators, small merchants, artisans, and agricultural producers.

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