The signatory countries highlight the end of 'two decades of mismanagement' and are committed to an open Bolivia to the world
The joint stance also contrasts with the lukewarm reaction of governments aligned with the São Paulo Forum, such as those of Colombia and Mexico, which so far have avoided commenting on Paz Pereira's victory, reflecting the ideological divide running through the region.
The United States Department of State released a statement in which nine countries from the region celebrate Rodrigo Paz Pereira's victory and the "end of two decades of poor economic management" in Bolivia, alluding to the prolonged dominance of socialism led by Evo Morales and MAS.
The text, signed by the governments of Argentina, the United States, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Panama, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago, congratulates the president-elect and highlights the Bolivian people's decision to "embrace change and chart a new course", as a clear sign of political and economic support for the new stage opening in the country.
"We're prepared to support the incoming administration's efforts to stabilize Bolivia's economy and open it to the world," the statement says, which also promises cooperation on democracy, international investment, and regional security.
The declaration was interpreted as an unprecedented sign of political and economic support for the new Bolivian leader. From Washington, Buenos Aires, and San Salvador to Asunción and Quito, the region sent a clear message: the era of statism and isolation in Bolivia has come to an end.
The new Bolivian leader, son of the historic politician and former La Paz mayor Rodrigo Paz Zamora, prevailed with a campaign focused on trade openness, attracting investment, and reducing public spending, committing to rebuild an economy devastated by interventionism and corruption.
The declaration concludes with a call to strengthen regional cooperation and reintegrate Bolivia into the hemispheric democratic axis, after years of isolation under populist regimes. "We welcome Bolivia's renewed and proactive participation in seeking solutions to regional and global challenges," the text concludes.
With the support of nine countries, the new Bolivian stage is shaping up as a strategic victory for the liberal-conservative bloc now led by Milei and Trump, which seeks to consolidate a continent free from socialism and committed to prosperity.
