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.
TL;DR
- 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.