Bolivia declares state of emergency amid blockade crisis | Government News

Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency, citing the ongoing blockades that have disrupted fuel and food supplies. The decree empowers the military to remove blockades and restore order, lasting 90 days but potentially shorter if violence subsides. The declaration comes after weeks of protests against austerity measures, including the cancellation of fuel subsidies, which have led to violent confrontations, injuries, and deaths. Paz stated that the state of emergency is intended to ensure freedom and restore transportation and supplies.