Canada issues travel warning for Bolivia, travel disruptions due to violent protests and civil unrest

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

The Canadian state government has issued a travel advisory for Bolivia due to the violent protest, political uncertainty, roadblocks and civil unrest, so those planning to travel should rethink and avoid all non-essential travel.
In Bolivia the political situation is very volatile and unpredictable, the government has mentioned that tensions remain high throughout the country.

The demonstrations have been large and violent as Bolivia’s president resigned on November 10. The demonstrations are taking place in many different cities across the country and the government thinks it is expected to continue.

There’s no telling when the travel warning will be lifted.Peru, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile surround Bolivia. In La Paz incidents of arson. Vandalism, looting is said to have occurred. The country’s capital is close to Peru.Without notice access to airports in La Paz and Santa Cruz can be blocked also the roads which leads to other countries is also expected to be blocked.The roadblocks will lead to disruption in transportation within.

In October, before stepping down as the president,Evo Morales was re-elected for thr fourth term in office. However, the opposition did not accept the election results and were taking parts in violent protest ever since.

Morales left Bolivia only hours after he was granted asylum by Mexico on November.
Morale after landing in Mexico said that he was forced out of the office and strep down but did so willing so there would be no more bloodshed, no more violence.

For the Canadians already in Bolivia the government is providing tips on how to deal with the conflict and unrest.

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