Bolivia to Restore US Ties
President-elect Rodrigo Paz announced that Bolivia's relationship with the United States "will be resumed" nearly two decades after Evo Morales kicked out Washington's ambassador.
Bolivia's new pro-business president-elect vowed to renew diplomatic ties with Washington after the country veered right after nearly two decades under socialist rule.
- Rodrigo Paz, a 58-year-old economist-turned senator, emerged victorious in a run-off election.
- He beat fellow right-wing rival Jorge 'Tuto' Quiroga after a first voting round in August saw the socialist MAS party founded by ex-leader Evo Morales ousted from the race.
Bolivia's relationship with the United States "will be resumed"
Author's summary: Bolivia restores US ties after nearly two decades.