The Bolivian Crisis: Political Agendas and Regional Implications

In this episode, hosts Alberto Souviron, Andrew Thompson, and Julian Seydoux joined renowned Bolivian political analyst, Natalia Aparicio. The panel unpacked the complex, multi-layered crisis currently gripping Bolivia. They dive deep into President Rodrigo Paz's unexpected shift from a moderate center-right campaign to an ultra-right "Trumpist" agenda, a move that has alienated voters and sparked massive social unrest. The conversation explores the severe economic reality of a country struggling with dollar reserves and bond repayments, while also dissecting the polarized regional reactions from leaders like Colombia's Gustavo Petro and Argentina's Javier Milei. Furthermore, we pull back the curtain on the hidden actors influencing the chaos, including marginalized Vice President Edmond Lara, the historical grip of organized crime and drug trafficking, and the territorial power still wielded by Evo Morales.Production: Sustainable LatAmPresenters Andrew Thompson - International journalist & political-risk analyst with deep LatAm coverage (OBG, EIU, Latin News; ex-Head BBC Learning English).Alberto Souviron - International journalist and digital comms leader for EM investors; ex BBC/Newsweek/Lloyd’s Register. Julian Seydoux - AI-driven finance entrepreneur (FirmView AI, Fast Audit AI); ex-Moody’s/Consilium; cross-border EM & LatAm focus.