NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade County
Bolivian government faces social unrest following diesel price hike and advisor scandal
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Bolivia is experiencing ongoing fuel shortages and long queues at gas stations one week after the government increased diesel prices by 84% for large consumers. This economic pressure coincides with growing public dissatisfaction regarding a scandal involving President Rodrigo Paz's former advisor, who is currently imprisoned on attempted femicide charges.
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The combination of a significant fuel price increase and a high-profile political scandal has led to widespread social instability in Bolivia, impacting daily logistics and public trust in the administration.
Key Facts
- The price of diesel for large consumers in Bolivia was increased by 84%.
- The price hike occurred one week prior to the report.
- Fuel shortages and long queues at gas stations are ongoing across the country.
- President Rodrigo Paz is facing increased social pressure.
- A former advisor to the President, an Argentine national, is currently incarcerated.
- The former advisor is facing charges for alleged attempted femicide.
Who's Mentioned
PersonFernando Cerimedo“Former advisor to the president, currently incarcerated”locationLa Paz“Capital city of Bolivia”PersonJavier Núñez“Leader of the agricultural union”PersonKlaus Frerking“President of the Cámara Agropecuaria del Oriente (CAO)”PersonJaime Aparicio“Diplomat and former ambassador to the US”locationBolivia“Country experiencing fuel shortages and social unrest”PersonRodrigo Paz“President of Bolivia”locationSanta Cruz“Region where the former advisor is incarcerated”