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Transportation
Sayari Miners Block Cochabamba-Oruro Highway Again, Stranding Vehicles Early Morning
Miners in Sayari, Bolivia, have started a new roadblock on the Cochabamba-Oruro highway near kilometer 88, effectively cutting off westward traffic. The protest began early Monday morning around 4:00 AM.
Transportation
Truckers Hold Off on Strike on Monday, Await Government Response
Bolivian truckers have suspended their planned nationwide strike for Monday after a meeting with President Luis Arce. However, they remain in a state of emergency as they await the government's response to their demands.
Transportation
Atocha Residents Blockade Uyuni-Tupiza Highway Over Water Board Dispute, Threaten 48-Hour and Indefinite Extensions
Residents of Atocha have blocked the Uyuni-Tupiza highway (Ruta Nacional 21), 74.3 kilometers southeast of Uyuni, in protest of a recent court ruling reinstating the local water board, a decision opposed by the community.
Transportation
Truckers Remain Skeptical of Government Meetings, Maintain Threat of Indefinite Strike
Leaders of Bolivia's heavy trucking sector are maintaining their threat of an indefinite strike, which includes roadblocks and border closures. As of Wednesday, they have yet to receive a formal invitation to meetings with President Luis Arce, which are scheduled for this weekend.
Transportation
Yapacaní Roadblock Enters Fifth Day, Threatens Escalation with Gas Valve Shut-Off Today
Protests demanding the paving of a key highway in Yapacaní have entered their fifth day, with no sign of resolution. Blockades remain in place despite calls from protesters for a simple gesture from the president of the Legislative Assembly.
Transportation
El Alto Truckers Lift Roadblocks, Seek Talks with Government After Assembly
Following an assembly at the La Paz-El Alto Highway toll plaza, Radio Fides reports that El Alto truck drivers have decided to lift the blockades at all three locations. The closures had been in place since this morning.
Transportation
El Alto Truck Drivers to Stage Roadblocks and Protests, Key Routes Could be Impacted this Monday – Live Updates
Late last night, the Central Única de Camioneros de El Alto (El Alto Truck Drivers) announced road closures at three key points in the city: Zona Franca, Cruce Viadela, and Rio Seco. Over 10 transport unions are reportedly participating in each area, with 29 unions in total.
Security
12 de Junio Minibus Overturns Near Sucre Before Oscar Crespo Circuit
A minibus from the Sindicato 12 de Junio, providing interprovincial transport services, overturned on the Sucre-Yamparáez highway near the Customs Office, just minutes before the start of the 2024 Oscar Crespo Circuit this Saturday.
Culture
Honey, Pampaku, Papa Uchu: A Taste of Cochabamba Awaits at Local Fairs
Calling all foodies! Get ready to indulge in the delicious flavors of Cochabamba at nine exciting fairs popping up across various municipalities this weekend. From artisanal Honey to the spicy of Papa Uchu, these events promise a delightful adventure for travelers looking for a real taste of Cochabamba.
Transportation
After 48 Hours of Strike, Heavy Transport Lifts Roadblocks and Considers Radicalizing Measures
Following a 48-hour strike that crippled major roads nationwide, Bolivia's trucker unions lifted roadblocks on Tuesday evening. However, the truce is conditional. The transport groups are threatening to escalate their protests with "radicalizing measures" unless President Luis Arce meets with them by June 14th.
Transportation
Truckers in Montero End Strike, Roadblocks to Be Lifted Tonight
Heavy transport leaders in Montero announced that the blockade that began yesterday, Monday, as part of the 48-hour national strike called by the sector, will be lifted at 6:00 p.m. this Tuesday. The blockade is located on the Santa Cruz - Cochabamba route, specifically at the La Amistad bridge, between the municipalities of Montero and Portachuelo.
Transportation
Yapacaní Threatens Roadblocks, Well Seizures Over Delayed Road Project
Following a meeting with representatives from various sectors, the Comité Pro Caminos de Yapacaní, has set a deadline of May 31st for the National Legislative Assembly to approve the construction of the Norte Integrado-Yapacaní highway. If this demand is not met, Yapacani local representatives are threatening indefinite roadblocks and the seizure of wells and closure of valves in the Yarará X1 area, managed by Yacimientos Petroleros Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB).
Culture
Over 200 Sacred Sites Nationwide to Celebrate the Andean-Amazonian and Chaco New Year 5532
The Bolivian Ministry of Culture and indigenous authorities launched the Andean Amazonian and Chaco New Year Willka Kuti 5532 with rituals and an offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth) in Plaza Murillo, La Paz, on Tuesday. The national celebration will be held on June 21st at over 200 sacred sites across the country.
Security, Weather
Wildfire Crosses Corumbá, Choking Puerto Quijarro
A wildfire burning near Corumbá, Brazil, has crossed the border and begun to affect the Bolivian municipality of Puerto Quijarro. The dense smoke generated by the fire has caused respiratory problems, with children experiencing the most severe symptoms. This has forced the suspension of classes in the area.
Transportation
Truckers Continue 48-Hour Strike, Blocking Key Highways, Threaten Scalation
Heavy transport truckers press on with their 48-hour strike on Tuesday, demanding solutions for dollar shortages, fuel distribution issues, and other concerns. As of 7:43 AM, the Bolivian Road Administration (ABC) reported 14 roadblocks across five departments
Transportation
San Julián Residents Pause Roadblock, Awaiting Agreement Fulfillment
Residents of San Julián, through their Fejuve, have decided to temporarily suspend the roadblock on the Santa Cruz-Trinidad highway that began 5 days ago. This pause allows for the implementation of agreements reached last Friday with the Santa Cruz Department government.
