Rubio Backs Bolivia’s Government as Protests Trigger Food, Fuel Shortages
Protests and road blockades have disrupted supplies to Bolivia's two largest urban centers, La Paz and El Alto, home to about 2 million people.
Rubio Backs Bolivia’s Government as Protests Trigger Food, Fuel Shortages The United States has pledged additional emergency assistance to Bolivia as protests and road blockades cause shortages of essential supplies. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz about addressing these growing shortages. The U.S. State Department confirmed increased emergency assistance and logistics support to help those affected by the blockades.
- The United States is increasing emergency assistance to Bolivia.
- Protests and road blockades are causing shortages of food, fuel, and medical supplies.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed efforts to address shortages with Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz.
- The U.S. is providing logistics operations support to Bolivia.
- The U.S. reaffirms its commitment to supporting Bolivia’s democracy and the Paz Administration.
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