The life of a notable Bolivian in Europe: Jaime Ortiz-Patiño

An interesting drive force, an example to follow; Bolivians need self-esteem and determination to triumph here and/or abroad. From El Deber: Sorrow in Spain by the death of the founding father of Bolivian origin The flag of Bolivia flies at half-staff since Thursday at club de Valderrama, one of the best in Europe, on the…

Proud Bolivian representation at the Dakar Railly 2013, starting TODAY!!

For daily followup use this page Dakar Railly 2013 Follows two well-written articles from Los Tiempos and La Razon, about Bolivian participation!! From Los Tiempos: Bolivians are ready to compete in the Dakar Rally Bolivian pilots passed the technical review in the Village Dakar in the Green Coast of Magdalena, Peru, and remained willing to…

2012 in review

Bolivian Thoughts in an Emerging World likes to thank all of you dear and regarded visitors! I hope to see you again this 2013 and that our country shines and leaves behind all the uncertainty, hatred and resentment of those poor demagogue people. Here’s an excerpt: 4,329 films were submitted to the 2012 Cannes Film…

Tarija is producing top quality ham!!

Alejandra Pau writes for Pagina Siete: Ham, the delight gourmet that Tarija improves every year FLAVORS. The tradition of making ham, which arrived with the Jesuits and Franciscans, was deeply carved in Tarija culture. Ulloa, one of the best-known company reflects the secrets of its flavor. It is a tradition that came with the Jesuits…

From Bolivia with love, MERRY CHRISTMAS 2012!!

Best wishes to you dear reader, hope you accomplish your goals, live happily with your loved ones and help Bolivian citizens to be more competitive, efficient and with more self-esteem, we deserve better!! Luis Guereca writes for Los Tiempos: Christmas traditions in spite of the influence of Andean traditions are still preserved in some municipalities…