Latest news in Bolivia? October 3rd, 2026

The primary news developments in Bolivia include:

• Arrest of the Attorney General and Judicial Overhaul: Attorney General Roger Mariaca was arrested on allegations of drug trafficking links and money laundering following US visa revocations. President Rodrigo Paz enacted emergency legislation passed by the Plurinational Legislative Assembly to remove Mariaca and enable the appointment of an interim Attorney General while precautionary hearings proceed.

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• IMF Extended Fund Facility Approval: The International Monetary Fund Executive Board formally approved a 36-month Extended Fund Facility arrangement worth approximately $1.9 billion. The deal includes an immediate disbursement to stabilize foreign reserves and support fiscal reforms, though it continues to generate tension among domestic labor unions over subsidy removals and austerity measures.

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• Energy Subsidies and Domestic Protests: President Paz’s administration eliminated fuel subsidies (specifically diesel and aviation fuel) in a bid to curb persistent shortages and stabilize state finances, sparking localized blockades and transit union strikes in several regions.

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• Sports: In international football, Bolivia’s national team suffered a 4–0 loss to Argentina in their recent friendly match.