The 10th Congress of Bolivia’s MAS party has commenced in Lauca Ñ with over 3,000 delegates from various groups in attendance. This event could likely confirm Evo Morales as the leader and 2025 presidential candidate. Taking place from October 3-5, the event is 186 km away from Cochabamba, in Shinaota municipality. Andrónico Rodríguez, Bolivia’s Senate […]
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