AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCritical Minerals: Bolivia is among eight countries joining the World Bank’s new initiative to expand its critical-minerals business fivefold in five years. The plans aim to build local industries, create jobs and retain more value at home. Regional Diplomacy: Chilean President José Antonio Kast’s visit to La Paz — the first state visit by a Chilean leader in 71 years — opened a push for cooperation on mining, energy, trade and border security. The countries set aside their maritime dispute, but Bolivia’s demand for Pacific access remains unresolved. Fuel Costs: A farmer in the highlands is turning plastic waste, tires and used oil into tractor fuel, producing up to 150 litres a day and easing the pressure of costly diesel. Political Dispute: A public-interest lawsuit against Vice President Edmand Lara seeks to compel him to hand over leaked recordings and disclose their sources, arguing their release risks state information security.
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