Bolivian President declares state of emergency amid prolonged protests and rising death tollExecutive summary: Bolivian President has declared a state of emergency and imposed a military blockade after 50 days of protests that have left at least 14 people dead, despite a union agreement holding talks. The decree gives the government broad powers that could suppress dissent, raising political risk and potentially affecting regional market stability. Bolivian government, protest groups linked to Morales, security forces, international observers Protests are likely to persist, with possible further government crackdowns and heightened international scrutiny.The emergency decree grants the government sweeping powers to end the 50‑day blockade, but the underlying grievances remain unresolved, keeping the risk of further unrest high. The government's use of military force raises concerns about human‑rights compliance and could erode investor confidence in the region.Connected developmentsBrent oil price may rebound to $60 amid Ormuz reopeningOpen the full case file on Beyond →
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