Rodrigo Paz

Rodrigo Paz is the current centrist President of Bolivia, having been inaugurated in November 2025. His election marked the end of 20 years of socialist rule in the country. He is newsworthy due to a significant shift in Bolivian foreign policy, specifically the restoration of diplomatic ties and cooperation with the United States, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), after nearly two decades of strained relations. This renewed cooperation has already led to the capture of alleged drug kingpin Sebastian Marset. Paz's administration has also arrested former President Luis Arce on corruption charges. His actions contrast with those of his predecessor, Evo Morales, whose recent reappearance after a prolonged absence has drawn attention. Paz's presidency also coincides with a landmark free trade agreement between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc, of which Bolivia is a member.