August 26, 2026
5 developments
Diesel decree backfires
Decree 5676 raised large-consumer prices 83.7%, and the government conceded within days that it must be annulled.
New economy minister appointed
Christian Morales replaced Espinoza, signalling policy continuity.
Coalition erosion continues
Only 6 of 15 original ministers remained.
"Post-constituent" protest wave
Schorr argued the 2026 protests lacked a shared constitutional project.
Lithium paradox deepens
Foreign Policy reported 20% of global reserves but under 1% of production.