Ruddy Orellana writes in Los Tiempos: Bolivia, on the razor’s edge Like déjà vu, several publications from different international newspapers come to mind that in 2005, during the social revolts that ended with Carlos Mesa’s resignation from the presidency, echoed a fragmented country, broken in its social and political structure and going through one of…
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Will the President be able to maintain her candidacy? – ¿Podrá la Presidenta mantener su candidatura?
Gregorio Lanza writes in Brujula Digital: Will the President be able to maintain her candidacy? Janine Añez did not seek the presidency. The presidency sought her out. When she took over, large sections of the country felt relief. Almost 14 years of government, a mocked referendum and a grotesque electoral fraud were enough. The escalation…
Three evils that plague us – Tres males que nos asolan
The three major illnesses that Bolivia has: Narcotrafficking: not only has territory under its rule (Chapare) but has become a key player in our politics. Corruption: Across the board, public bids, tax evasion, you name it, has worsened over the last 14 years. Covid-19: With over 60% of our labor force in the informal sector,…
Coronavirus gives Bolivia’s ‘interim’ president chance to extend rule
Gideon Long reports for Financial Times: Jeanine Añez settles in for long haul as pandemic adds to political uncertainty When Evo Morales quit the Bolivian presidency amid electoral fraud allegations and fled to Mexico last November after 14 years in power, it seemed that his replacement Jeanine Añez would be in the job for a…
Bolivia Mining Market, Size, Share, Outlook and Growth Opportunities 2020-2026
BY ANITA@ORBISRESEARCH.COM ON APRIL 29, 2020 This research report recently published a report on Bolivia Mining which focuses on the comprehensive study of the market involving technological developments, future plans, supply, sales revenue, production, dimensions, overview, manufacturers, growth rate, price, deals and revenue for the detailed analysis of the Bolivia Mining market. This Bolivia Mining research report…
Bolivia Extends Coronavirus Lockdown Until May 10
Reuters reports for The New York Times: LA PAZ — Bolivia will extend its lockdown against the COVID-19 pandemic until May 10, the government announced on Wednesday, while planning to relax stay-at-home rules in parts of the country little affected by the illness starting May 11. President Jeanine Anez, in a televised message to the…
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