La Paz: Bolivia is poised on the brink of a crucial political and economic turning point as voters prepare for the presidential runoff on October 19, 2025. Former President Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga, representing the conservative Alianza Libre coalition, has vowed to implement far-reaching economic reforms if elected, seeking to address the country’s mounting financial crisis.

Quiroga, who garnered 27% of the vote in the first round, trails centrist Senator Rodrigo Paz, who leads with 32%. With both candidates advancing to the runoff, the political stakes are higher than ever, with Bolivia’s economic stability hanging in the balance.

Facing an economy burdened by historically high inflation and rapidly declining foreign reserves, Quiroga has outlined a plan of "dramatic, radical change." Hi

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