Overview
- The government said it will make procedural changes to dozens of articles in the decree but will not reinstate fuel subsidies, which drove fuel price increases of roughly 86% to more than 160%.
- COB-led blockades persist at about 29 highway points, leaving La Paz largely cut off and contributing to food shortages in city markets.
- Government officials estimate the transport and supply disruptions are inflicting around $100 million in daily economic losses.
- Vice President Edmand Lara introduced a bill to nullify parts of the measure and declared himself in "constructive opposition," deepening executive tensions.
- Analysts, lawmakers and unions say a fast-track for resource contracts could erode oversight, while constitutional challenges proceed and a new decree enabling remote presidential duties adds to the political strain.