Bolivian Minister Challenges Narrative of Economic Crisis

Bolivia's Minister of Labor counters claims of a critical economic situation, asserting that the reality on the ground is less severe than widely believed. He points to the continued activity in public spaces and supermarkets as evidence against the narrative of widespread economic crisis. While acknowledging job losses in some sectors, particularly citing the case of 400 workers affected by a closure at Quetara, he stresses the absence of comprehensive data on large-scale business closures. The minister's statement raises questions about the accuracy of existing economic assessments and the need for more thorough data collection. His comments also highlight the ongoing debate about the true state of the Bolivian economy.