Bolivia

Bolivia plans to transition from a fixed exchange rate of 6.96 bolivianos per dollar, maintained since 2011, to a market-determined floating system by 2026. The current fixed rate is no longer sustainable due to insufficient reserves, and a parallel informal exchange rate already exists.

Bolivia faces severe fuel shortages, road blockades, and the worst inflation in about four decades. Blockades disrupting food and fuel supply to major cities are pushing prices higher, driven by dwindling gas revenue and a dollar shortage. President Rodrigo is navigating the crisis.

Bolivia Congress passed President Paz’s reworked 2026 budget, aiming to reduce the fiscal deficit to nine percent of output. The plan includes waiving import duties and value-added tax for five years.

The World Bank established an Andean Countries Division to oversee $9 billion in active lending across Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Ariel Yepez was appointed as the division's director, effective July 1.

Bolivia will reduce import tariffs by five percentage points across all tariff schedules starting July 6, 2023, under Supreme Decree 5646, which remains in effect until the end of 2027. The government stated this measure aims to protect consumers amid challenges posed by a weaker currency.

Bolivia has deployed troops and bulldozers to reopen roads under a 90-day emergency decree after a 50-day blockade caused critical shortages of food, fuel, and medicine in cities.

Bolivia transitioned to a floating exchange rate on June 29, 2026, ending a 2011 peg of 6.96 bolivianos to the dollar. The new rate opened at 9.73 bolivianos per dollar, marking a 40% depreciation.

Brazil set a record with value surpassing technology, Argentina's cabinet chief resigned, and Bolivia terminated its dollar peg. The article was published by The Rio Times.

Bolivia ended its dollar peg on June 26, adopting a flexible exchange rate. The previous fixed rate of 6.96 bolivianos per dollar since 2011 was replaced with a new rate of 9.73, resulting in a 30% devaluation.

Venezuela experienced powerful twin earthquakes causing damage and injuries. Colombia's next president, Abelardo de la Espriella, was declared the winner of the presidential runoff. Bolivia's Andean New Year celebration marked a return to normality after road blockades.

Latin America has experienced a rightward political shift, with right-leaning leaders elected or installed in several countries. Chile's José Antonio Kast and Bolivia's Rodrigo Paz are in office, while Colombia's de la Espriella and Peru's Keiko Fujimori are presidents-elect. Argentina's Javier Milei is part of this trend, aligning the region with Washington.

Bolivia has transitioned to a flexible exchange-rate system after 15 years. The Central Bank of Bolivia in La Paz is involved in this change.

Brazil signed a plan to route exports west to Pacific ports via a land corridor crossing Bolivia from its farm belt, aiming to provide faster, cheaper access to Asian markets, particularly China. Mato Grosso, responsible for about a third of Brazil’s farm output, is leading this initiative.

Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time top scorer with two goals as Argentina secured a 2-0 victory. Colombia's official election count is nearing a Wednesday declaration, and Bolivia's highways are nearly clear again.

Bolivia's Congress approved President Paz’s 90-day state of emergency. Roads reopened with no active protest blockades, while troops have not entered the Chapare region aligned with Evo Morales. A relief flight crashed, and disruptions persist in Chapare.

Colombia faces a contested presidential election with Abelardo de la Espriella leading preliminary results. Bolivia reopens highways amid a ratified state of emergency, while Argentina gains a World Cup qualification opportunity and Mexico City teachers resume classes.

Bolivian authorities report no active blockades following the declaration of a state of emergency. The state of emergency permits military deployment to support police amid five weeks of anti-government protests.

Bolivian lawmakers approved a state of emergency declared by President Rodrigo Paz to address a 50-day crisis caused by protests blocking highways and disrupting the supply of essential goods.

Bolivia's government deployed soldiers and bulldozers to remove anti-government roadblocks following President Rodrigo Paz's declaration of a state of emergency, which restricts protest rights and authorizes military deployment. The protests, led by unions, Indigenous groups, and coca farmers, have lasted over six weeks and oppose economic reforms.

Colombia holds a presidential runoff election, with market expectations already reflected in its record-setting market. Bolivia declares a 90-day state of emergency.

Bolivia's President Paz declared a 90-day state of emergency and deployed the army to clear roads blocked by protests over scrapped fuel subsidies. The blockades, lasting nearly 50 days, isolated La Paz, resulting in at least 17 deaths, 365 arrests, and shortages in essential supplies including hospital resources.

Colombia holds presidential elections with results expected tonight, Bolivia declares a 90-day state of emergency and deploys the army, and Uruguay faces Cape Verde in a crucial World Cup match to remain in the tournament.

Bolivia has declared a state of emergency to address protest blockades. The measure aims to clear obstructions caused by ongoing demonstrations.

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency, granting the military authority to remove road blockades causing fuel and food shortages. Protests against austerity measures, including canceled fuel subsidies, have led to violent clashes, 17 deaths, and disruptions in medical care. The government claims the emergency aims to restore order and supplies.

Bolivia has declared a state of emergency due to a blockade crisis. Protests have erupted over President Rodrigo Paz’s austerity measures.

The Bolivian president has declared a state of emergency following weeks of anti-government protests that have led to a shortage of basic goods in the country.

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has declared a state of emergency to empower the military to remove road blockades that are choking supplies.

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to address road blockades disrupting fuel and food supplies in major cities. Protests against austerity measures, including canceled fuel subsidies, have caused violent clashes, injuries, and deaths, with blockades isolating La Paz and causing medical supply shortages.

Bolivia's president declared a state of emergency to deploy military forces and clear blockades caused by protests that have halted the economy for 50 days. The move aims to restore order amid the ongoing crisis.

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a nationwide state of emergency following six weeks of protests. The declaration occurred in La Paz, Bolivia, on June 20, 2026, with a soldier observed at the Estado Mayor headquarters.

President Rodrigo Paz has declared a state of emergency in Bolivia to address blockades. The blockades are part of ongoing protests demanding his resignation.

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency, enabling military deployment nationwide to address a 50-day blockade crisis that has halted the economy. The declaration followed a deal with the main trade union federation to end protests causing shortages of food, medicine, and fuel in the capital.

Bolivia’s president declared a state of emergency to deploy military forces for clearing blockades and restoring order amid 50 days of protests that paralyzed the economy. The declaration grants broader constitutional powers to address the crisis, requiring congressional notification within 24 hours.

Brazil defeated Haiti in a soccer match to lead their group, Mexico City teachers ended a 19-day strike, Colombia heads to a presidential runoff amid a US travel warning and weekend lockdown, and Bolivia's main union signed a peace agreement.

Bolivia's first talks in 48 days between President Paz and the COB union ended without a deal after four hours. The meeting concluded with a recess, and detainees remain a key unresolved issue as the two sides formed a commission.

Colombia defeated Uzbekistan in a football match at a police-ringed Azteca. Bolivia's first talks in 48 days ended without a deal, and roads remain blocked. Mexico is set to pursue a knockout place in Guadalajara, away from the capital's protests.

Bolivia's seven-week road blockade crisis, driven by demands for President Rodrigo Paz's resignation, has resulted in at least 16 deaths. The government called the Bolivian Workers' Center (COB) to dialogue, but the union confederation had not confirmed attendance by midday.

The United States and Bolivia signed a bilateral anti-drug agreement on June 16, 2026, marking the first such pact in nearly two decades. The U.S. will provide training, equipment, and support to Bolivian authorities to combat drug networks and money laundering.

Mexico City teachers erected blockades that disrupted Colombian fans arriving for the Cafeteros' debut at Azteca, Messi scored a hat-trick to start Argentina's title defense, and Bolivia is nearing its first significant dialogue after 47 years.

Food shortages have led to scuffles outside a supermarket in Bolivia. The incident highlights tensions arising from limited food availability.