Bolivia has emerged as a vocal supporter of Venezuela's sovereignty this week, with former presidents Luis Arce and Evo Morales jointly condemning what they characterize as "US aggression" against the South American nation. The statements were confirmed by Jorge Luis Palenque, CEO of Bolivia's state-run Popular Radio and Television network.
While specific details of the alleged incident remain undisclosed, the coordinated response from Bolivia's political leadership reflects growing regional tensions in 2026. Palenque noted both former leaders emphasized the principle of non-intervention during separate addresses to civil society groups.
This development comes amid renewed international focus on Latin American governance models. Analysts suggest Bolivia's stance could influence upcoming debates at the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) meeting scheduled for late January.
The Bolivian Foreign Ministry has not yet issued an official statement, but sources indicate diplomatic channels between La Paz and Caracas have seen increased activity this month. Regional observers are monitoring whether other ALBA (Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America) nations will echo Bolivia's position.
