Bolivia

Edmand Lara Montaño is a Bolivian politician, lawyer, and former police captain who currently serves as the Vice President of Bolivia. Known popularly as 'Capitán Lara', he gained national prominence as an anti-corruption activist after exposing irregularities within the National Police of Bolivia. Following his departure from the police force, he leveraged his significant social media presence to launch a political career. In 2025, he was elected Vice President on a ticket with Rodrigo Paz, though his tenure has been marked by public friction with the President and his vocal stance as an independent voice within the government.

Jorge Quiroga Ramírez is a Bolivian politician and former President of Bolivia who is currently leading the conservative-liberal political coalition Libre - Libertad y Democracia. Known as 'Tuto' Quiroga, he has been a prominent figure in Bolivian opposition politics, notably serving as the international delegate for human rights during the government of Jeanine Áñez. For the 2025 general elections, he formed the Libre alliance, advocating for economic stabilization, privatization, and constitutional reform.

Luis Alberto Arce Catacora is a Bolivian economist and politician serving as the President of Bolivia since 2020. Previously, he served as the Minister of Economy and Public Finance under President Evo Morales, where he was widely credited as the architect of Bolivia's economic growth and poverty reduction during the early 21st century. An academic and former central bank official, Arce represents the Movement for Socialism (MAS) party. His presidency has focused on economic stabilization, social welfare programs, and re-aligning Bolivia's foreign policy with regional socialist allies.

Rodrigo Paz Pereira is a Bolivian politician who has served as the President of Bolivia since November 8, 2025. The son of former president Jaime Paz Zamora, he previously held various elected offices, including deputy, municipal councilor, mayor of Tarija, and senator. A leader of the Primero la Gente party, Paz Pereira advocates for a 'popular capitalism' model, fiscal decentralization, and the modernization of judicial and economic institutions. His administration marks a shift toward a more traditional political order, focusing on private sector development and international democratic alignment.

Andrónico Rodríguez Ledezma is a Bolivian politician and political scientist who serves as a Senator for the Cochabamba Department. A prominent leader within the coca growers' unions of the Chapare region, he rose to national prominence as the President of the Chamber of Senators, a position he held for multiple consecutive terms starting in 2020. Known for his close ties to former President Evo Morales, Rodríguez has been a central figure in the Movement for Socialism (MAS). He has also served as the acting President of Bolivia and the Plurinational Legislative Assembly on several occasions. In 2025, he launched a campaign for the presidency of Bolivia, positioning himself as a candidate focused on national development and democratic reform.

Manfred Reyes Villa is a Bolivian politician, businessman, and former military officer currently serving as the Mayor of Cochabamba. He previously held the same mayoral office from 1993 to 2000 and served as the Prefect of Cochabamba Department from 2006 to 2008. Throughout his career, he has been a prominent figure in conservative politics, founding the New Republican Force (NFR) and running multiple times for the presidency of Bolivia. Despite facing numerous legal challenges and periods of exile in the United States, he returned to office in 2021 with significant popular support, focusing his administration on urban development and municipal management.

Mariana Prado Noya is a Bolivian politician and administrator who served as the Minister of Development Planning from 2017 to 2019 under the administration of Evo Morales. An expert in business administration and public management, she held various roles in the Bolivian public sector, including positions at the Ministry of Public Works and the state airline Boliviana de Aviación. Following her tenure as minister, she sought political office again, registering as a candidate for the 2025 general elections in Bolivia. Her career has been marked by both high-level administrative service and public controversy regarding her past professional associations and personal testimonies.

Juan del Granado is a Bolivian politician and lawyer who currently serves as a member of the Chamber of Deputies of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly, representing the 8th constituency of La Paz. Known as "Juan sin miedo" (Juan the Fearless), he gained national prominence for his role as the lead prosecutor in the historic 1993 trial against dictator Luis García Meza. He previously served two terms as the Mayor of La Paz from 1999 to 2010, where he was recognized for urban renewal projects and civic culture initiatives. A former leader of the Movimiento Sin Miedo party, he has been a significant figure in Bolivian politics for decades, advocating for human rights and judicial reform.

René Joaquino is a Bolivian politician currently serving as the Governor of Potosí, a position he assumed in May 2026. Born in the community of El Asiento, he rose to prominence as a long-serving mayor of Potosí, holding the office across two distinct periods between 1996 and 2015. Throughout his career, he has been a central figure in regional politics, notably founding the Alianza Social party and serving as a Senator for Potosí from 2015 to 2019. His political trajectory reflects a deep involvement in local governance and national legislative representation.

Jhonny Fernández is a Bolivian politician and businessman who has served as the Mayor of Santa Cruz de la Sierra since 2021. A long-time leader of the Solidarity Civic Unity (UCS) party, he previously held positions as a municipal councilor and was a prominent executive at the Cervecería Boliviana Nacional. Throughout his career, Fernández has been a frequent candidate for national office, including multiple presidential bids. His recent mayoral term has been marked by ambitious digital modernization proposals alongside significant legal challenges and corruption investigations related to municipal administration.

Luis Fernando Camacho Vaca is a Bolivian politician, lawyer, and businessman currently serving as the Governor of Santa Cruz. He rose to national prominence as a key opposition leader during the 2019 political crisis, advocating for the resignation of President Evo Morales. A former president of the Pro Santa Cruz Civic Committee, Camacho founded the right-wing political alliance Creemos and ran for president in 2020. His career has been marked by significant controversy, including his involvement in the 'Golpe I' case, which led to his arrest in 2022 and subsequent years of detention before his release in 2025.

Percy Fernández Añez was a prominent Bolivian civil engineer and politician who served as the mayor of Santa Cruz de la Sierra for six terms. A graduate of the National University of Córdoba in Argentina, he began his career in public works before entering politics, serving as a senator and holding various leadership roles in regional development committees. Throughout his long career, he was associated with the Nationalist Revolutionary Movement and later founded his own political group, Santa Cruz Para Todos. He is remembered as a transformative figure in the urban development of Santa Cruz, serving his final term from 2015 until 2020.

Juan Pablo Velasco Dalence is a Bolivian entrepreneur and politician currently serving as the Governor of the Department of Santa Cruz, a position he assumed in May 2026. Before entering politics, he was a prominent figure in the technology sector, co-founding the delivery platform Netcomidas and serving as the general manager of Yango Bolivia. In 2025, he gained national prominence as the vice-presidential candidate for the LIBRE alliance alongside Jorge Quiroga. His political career has been marked by a focus on innovation and youth, though he has faced controversy regarding alleged past social media posts.

Adriana Gil Moreno serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Alejo Véliz serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Álvaro García Linera serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Ana María Flores serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

APB Súmate serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Partido Revolucionario Auténtico serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Bernardino Bilbao Rioja serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Bia Yuqui serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Falange Socialista Boliviana serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Partido de la Unión Boliviana serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Carlos Mesa serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Carlos Palenque serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Carlos Suárez Gonzáles serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Chi Hyun Chung serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Comunidad Demócrata Cristiana serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Partido Demócrata Cristiano (Bolivia) serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.

Comunidad Ciudadana serves as a Member of the Plurinational Legislative Assembly in Bolivia, Bolivia. Further biographical details are not yet available from official sources.