State, civic, and social entities of Bolivia have requested the government of Luis Arce to implement a "state of emergency" to end the road blockades established by supporters of former president Evo Morales for the past 17 days. This request arises as a measure to restore the free circulation in the country, affected by protests and roadblocks.
Amid this situation, various sectors have expressed their concern and demanded concrete actions. Fernando Larach, president of the Civic Committee of Santa Cruz, has urged the government to act firmly to resolve the crisis, even suggesting military intervention if necessary. Meanwhile, factory workers have declared a state of "emergency" and warned about the possibility of unblocking the roads themselves if the situation persists.
The demands of Morales' supporters range from the withdrawal of judicial processes against the former president to solutions for the country's economic crisis. They also demand respect for the congress of the ruling Movement for Socialism (MAS), which nominated Morales as the sole candidate for the 2025 presidential elections.
Cochabamba has become the epicenter of the protests, generating food shortages, rising prices, and even lack of fuel. This situation has directly affected the population, with long lines to access basic products and deterioration of perishable goods in some cases.
In the midst of this tense situation, Bolivian society is calling for a prompt solution that allows the restoration of normalcy in the country. Meanwhile, authorities are evaluating possible actions, including the implementation of extraordinary measures, to end the blockades and ensure the safety and free movement of the population.