As a result of electricity blackouts in major Bolivian cities. The government has determined to implemented day-light savings for the summer time, September 11, 2011 to March 18, 2012 (see El Deber link below, in its first part the article mentions dates as being 9/1/2011 to 3/31/2012). There are mixed opinions: some energy experts say it…
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Bolivian coca growers social status… and political power
This cartoon is from La Prensa, August 21, 2011. Most of the coca growers from the Chapare, Cochabamba used to be working miners from the state-owned mines. Back in the 80s as a result of the low international prices; the cost of production was considerably higher than the international price and so the government had…
Bolivian improvised authorities
This cartoon is from El Diario, Aug 21, 2011. Portrays current president about to fall while stepping in a skate that reads “authorities’ improvisation,” in front of a hole; Bolivian citizens try to warn him while the political affiliates of current party in government just stare, without acknowledging the danger. The worst thing is that…
What happens with the relations USA – Bolivia?
Over a week ago, the Bolivian government said there was only one word that prevented the restoration of diplomatic relations with USA. Today, Pagina Siete reports Foreign Affairs Minister, David Choquehuanca saying that in a few days or weeks the Bolivian government will be in a position to announce when it will be possible to sign the new…
Bolivian proactive private sector!! no need for blackouts!
Bolivian neighborhoods in most cities have been facing blackouts in the last week or so. Lack of investment in the expansion of current electricity supply; and problems on existing generators due to lack of appropriate maintenance are the sources of the problem. In Santa Cruz there have been proposals to shift the hour starting this coming Spring (around Sep…
TIPNIS, what is and what it should be…
What is the TIPNIS state of play? This cartoon that appeared in El Dia, August 19, 2011 illustrates how public opinion and stakeholders view this issue. A bulldozer is going to cross over some signs: “Common Sense”; “Bolivian Constitution”; “Mother Earth -Pachamama”; “Protected Area”; “Indigenous Territory” “Isibori Secure -TIPNIS” What it should be is what Pagina Siete reported in…
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