Bolivia tensions will endure despite census date
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Significance
Santa Cruz authorities, led by Governor Luis Fernando Camacho, are now demanding a federal system with greater political and financial autonomy from La Paz.
Impacts
- The census results will lead to more resources and representation for Santa Cruz.
- The demand for greater autonomy in Santa Cruz will remain a latent threat to La Paz.
- Leadership struggles will emerge within both the ruling party and the opposition as 2025 nears.