News Bolivia: Bolivia’s Governance Crisis Under Rodrigo Paz
CSIS Americas Program Senior Associate Evan Ellis unpacks the governance crisis in Bolivia and its implications for President Rodrigo Paz, regional democratic stability, and the U.S. “Shield of the Americas” alliance.
News Bolivia: Bolivia: Petrobras could return to oil production and help YPFB restructure
Energy Minister Marcelo Blanco announced on Thursday that Bolivia would begin technical discussions next week with Brazil’s ...
News Bolivia: Bolivia ends 15-year currency peg in shift to market-based exchange rate
By Mateo Palacios Bolivia has ended one of Latin America's longest-running fixed exchange rate regimes, formalising a transition to a flexible currency system that will see the boliviano's value determined by daily market supply and demand. Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinoza signed Ministerial Resolution 245 on June 26, instructing the Banco Ce...
News Bolivia: Genetically modified crops spark controversy in Bolivia
La Paz, Jan 12 (EFE). — Agriculture, which accounts for about 15 percent of Bolivia’s gross domestic product, is at the center of a controversy over genetically modified crops, with the government limiting the use of transgenic seeds to soybeans and farmers demanding expanded use to increase productivity. Bolivia restricts the use of transgenic seeds, or […]
News Bolivia: Bolivia Embraces Bitcoin: Latin America’s New Economic Hero Is Crypto
Bolivia has made a bold move by lifting its decade-long ban on Bitcoin (BTC-USD) and other cryptocurrencies. Banco Central de Bolivia recently announced this game-changing move, aiming to revamp the nation’s financial system and give its economy a much-needed boost. This shift isn’t just a local story; it’s part of a broader trend across Latin America, where digital currencies are becoming the new economic heroes.Breaking the Chains: End of the BanBolivia had one of the toughest stances on cryptocurrencies since 2014, tightening the noose even further with a 2020 resolution that banned banks from dealing with digital assets. But as of June 26, that’s all history. Now, financial institutions in Bolivia can finally jump into the crypto pool through approved electronic channels. This puts Bolivia in the same league as other forward-thinking Latin American countries like El Salvador, Brazil, and Argentina, all of whom are turning to crypto to tackle economic challenges.Crypto Transactions, But Not Legal TenderHere’s the deal: Bolivian banks can now handle crypto transactions, but don’t expect to pay your grocery bill in Bitcoin just yet. Cryptocurrencies aren’t recognized as legal tender, so businesses don’t have to accept them as payment. However, you can trade and transact with digital assets, bringing a fresh wave of innovation to the financial sector.To help everyone get up to speed, Banco Central de Bolivia has rolled out an Economic and Financial Education Plan. This initiative aims to teach the public about the ins and outs of cryptocurrencies, highlighting both the perks and the pitfalls.Team Effort for Solid RegulationsCrafting these new crypto-friendly rules was no solo gig. The central bank teamed up with the Financial Investigations Unit and the Financial System Supervisory Authority to create a robust regulatory framework. This teamwork ensures that Bolivia’s entry into the crypto space is both bold and secure, aligning with the Latin American Financial Action Task Force’s recommendations.The Latin American Crypto WaveBolivia’s move is part of a bigger picture across Latin America. El Salvador kicked things off in 2021 by making Bitcoin legal tender. Mexico, while not recognizing crypto as legal tender, allows it for transactions and taxes crypto profits. Brazil is also in the game, taxing digital currency profits at 15%. Recently, Argentina elected a pro-Bitcoin president, showing the region’s growing trust in digital currencies to fight economic instability and inflation.Key TakeawayBolivia’s decision to lift the Bitcoin ban marks a huge step forward for the country’s financial strategy. By opening the doors for banks to handle crypto transactions, Bolivia isn’t just catching up with its neighbors; it’s setting the stage for future economic resilience. This move highlights a growing belief in Latin America: cryptocurrencies might just be the key to unlocking new economic opportunities.
News Bolivia: Bolivia Construction Industry Report 2025 | Market to Grow at 5.5% CAGR Through 2034, Driven by Infrastructure Development, Urbanization, and Foreign Investment
Bolivia's construction market is projected to grow at a 5.50% CAGR from 2025-2034, driven by government infrastructure projects, urbanization, and foreign investment. Advances in digital construction, eco-friendly practices, and government initiatives like PDES are enhancing growth. Major players include TSK Electrónica and ENDE Servicios.Dublin, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Bolivia Construction Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's off
News Bolivia: Bolivia’s Lithium Industry: Will It Be Up To The Mark?
A worker stands in front of an industrial evaporation pool inside a state-owned lithium production facility at the Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flats) in Potosi, Bolivia, on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019.
News Bolivia: Bolivia Plans New Electricity Law Amid National Crisis
Bolivia proposes a new electricity law to open the market to private competition and clean energy amid intense national strikes and political crisis.
News Bolivia: Bolivia’s capital under siege as protests deepen crisis for President Paz
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz faces a deepening crisis as protests and blockades grip the country. Two weeks of road closures, led by unions and miners, have emptied markets in La Paz and depleted hospital oxygen reserves.
News Bolivia: Bolivia's Bold Currency Shift: From Dollar Peg to Flexibility
Bolivia ends its 15-year dollar peg, devaluing its currency in a policy shift aimed at economic stability. The move facilitates a potential $3 billion IMF program but faces opposition from labor groups concerned about austerity measures. The government insists on external financing to stabilize its economy.
News Bolivia: Mamelodi Sundowns reignite interest in Bolivia international
ExclusiveDowns rekindle interest in Bolivian starPhoto: Ramiro VacaBetway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have revived their interest in Club Bolivar playmaker Ramiro Vaca, Foot Africa has est...
News Bolivia: China explores Bolivia lithium investments
LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — China is exploring possible investments to help develop Bolivia's reserves of lithium and other minerals, the Chinese ambassador said. Ambassador Shen Zhi Liang said that many ...
News Bolivia: Bolivia's new president takes over, inherits economic mess
Rodrigo Paz, a pro-business conservative, took office Saturday as Bolivia's president, ending nearly 20 years of socialist rule and inheriting acute economic woes. Paz, the 58-year-old son of a former ...
News Bolivia: Top financial analysis software for advisors and RIAs
What is financial analysis software? Nowadays, financial advisors and RIAs rely heavily on technology to manage data and support smarter client decisions. As regulations become stricter, financial ...
News Bolivia: ORVANA SUBSIDIARY IN BOLIVIA REPORTS Q1 FY2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Orvana Minerals Corp. (TSX: ORV) (the "Company" or "Orvana") announces the filing at the Bolivian stock market by its subsidiary, Empresa Minera Paitií, S.A. ("EMIPA"), of its unaudited Financial Statements for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 ("Q1 FY2026").
News Bolivia: Bolivia buries 20 years of socialism with ‘capitalism for all’ reforms
New president Rodrigo Paz plans sweeping natural resources reforms to boost foreign investment and revive economy ...
News Bolivia: IDB Group Commits $4.5 Billion to Back Bolivia’s Economic Stabilisation and Growth Agenda
The agreement was announced during a historic visit to Bolivia by IDB Group President Ilan Goldfajn, the first by a Bank president in 15 years, signalling a new phase in the partnership.
News Bolivia: Bolivia takes step to boost agriculture and curb surging deforestation
Bolivia has passed a land use law that aims to boost food security and slow deforestation in a region that is wracked by illegal forest clearing. Approved earlier this month, Ley 337 seeks to regulate ...
