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By El Diario:

Government measures do not remedy the economic crisis

Catholic Church calls for 5 structural solutions

  • Free importation of crude oil, reduction of public spending, promotion of exports, support for private investment, and a change in the economic model are the measures that must be implemented.
  • The country requires a transformation and not just temporary relief, states the Episcopal Conference.

Faced with the fuel crisis affecting the country, the Catholic Church believes that the 10 measures adopted by the Government to alleviate the situation do not “remedy the problem.” For this reason, it suggests implementing structural measures, including the free importation of crude oil and tax exemptions.

This position was made public by the Bolivian Episcopal Conference (CEB) yesterday through the statement “Great solutions for great problems.”

After stating that Bolivia is experiencing a time of uncertainty and challenges, the Catholic Church acknowledged the measures taken by the Government. However, it warned that given the complex situation in Bolivia, it believes that “the proposed solutions do not remedy the problem, as they do not address the fundamental issue the country is facing: the economic and social crisis.”

“We believe that structural measures must be proposed, such as the tax-free importation of crude oil so that the people do not suffer, the reduction of public spending, the promotion of exports, the strengthening of private investment, and a change in the economic model from a redistribution-based economy to one that generates wealth—measures that truly solve Bolivia’s problems,” the CEB states in its document.

On Wednesday night, the Government announced 10 measures to mitigate the fuel crisis caused by the lack of dollars for purchases.

Among these measures are a 50% reduction in the use of public vehicles, an increase in fuel supply to meet 80% of demand, the implementation of continuous working hours and remote work, and the possibility of virtual classes for students.

“A structural transformation towards a sustainable economic system is required, not just temporary relief that does not address the underlying problem,” the CEB maintained.

The Catholic Church also expressed concern for Bolivian households struggling to make a living through simple jobs and meet their families’ needs. “The Church is committed to being a beacon of hope and a space for dialogue. We are here to listen, support, and help,” it stated. (Brújula Digital)

People are fighting over gasoline

The long and tedious lines of vehicles and people searching for fuel continue at service stations. At the Uruguay gas station, located on Montes Avenue, frustration among the people led to fights yesterday between those trying to buy gasoline in jerrycans.

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