High Representative/Vice-President Kallas, in a written answer on 22 July 2026, called for peaceful dialogue to resolve Bolivia's social conflict and expressed concern over loss of life, but stopped short of condemning the United States' role in the country's raw materials sector as requested by MEPs. The answer, responding to a question from The Left MEPs Anthony Smith, Emma Fourreau, and Marina Mesure, emphasised that Bolivia's crisis can only be solved through dialogue within democratic and constitutional frameworks, noting that the government has called for talks and refrained from declaring a state of emergency. Kallas urged all parties to act with restraint and ensure respect for the rule of law and human rights, while highlighting the need to guarantee access to essential services. On raw materials, the EU position supports sustainable, transparent partnerships that create value inside Bolivia, including investment, technology transfer, and local processing, particularly in lithium and strategic minerals. The answer did not address the MEPs' request to condemn US interference or the arrest of union leaders, instead focusing on the EU's call for peaceful resolution and its support for Bolivia's economic development through mutually beneficial partnerships.
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Asked byAnthony Smith (The Left), Emma Fourreau (The Left) +1 more