In brief
For over two months, Bolivia has witnessed heated protests as political tensions rise between President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales, leading to gas shortages and unrest.
Demonstrations have erupted across Bolivia for over two months, stemming from a fierce rivalry between current President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales. The clashes, rooted in a power struggle within the Movement for Socialism (MAS), have obstructed essential goods, plunging the nation into a state of crisis marked by long gas lines.This turmoil is not isolated; it's part of a wave of unrest sweeping through Latin America, with Bolivia’s neighbors like Ecuador and Peru also experiencing significant political strife. The crux of the unrest lies in the internal division of MAS, which has dominated Bolivia’s politics for 20 years. With both Arce and Morales vying for the party’s candidacy in the upcoming elections, tensions have escalated. This situation highlights a notable decline in both their political influence as the country grapples with deepening dissatisfaction among its citizens.
