Bolivian Union Leader Exposes Government's Alleged Plan to Incite Conflict

Bolivian Union Leader Accuses Government of Inciting Conflict LA PAZ, BOLIVIA – May 31, 2025 – César González, executive of the Bolivian union, has accused the Bolivian government of deliberately creating conflict between the population and the country's productive sectors. In a video interview, González points to what he describes as government manipulation of oil prices and distribution as evidence of this strategy. "The government is making the population fight with merchants and producers," González stated in the video. He further alleges that the government is subsidizing oil prices, then controlling distribution to create shortages and discontent. He supports this claim by citing instances where distributors were pressured to sell to specific buyers at specific prices. González also mentions the planned multisector mobilizations, suggesting a widespread response to these perceived government actions. The video shows images of people queuing for essential goods, adding visual weight to his claims. While the government has not yet responded to these accusations, the situation highlights growing tensions within the country. The coming days will likely see further developments and potential responses from the Bolivian government.