Bolivia's new government promotes tourism to boost economy
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Updated · Bloomberg · May 1
Bolivia's new government promotes tourism to boost economy
13 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 1
The Andean nation is pitching its diverse geography, rich history and cultural depth to draw foreign visitors and much-needed hard currency.
Officials see tourism as a way to revive an economy weakened after two decades of socialist rule and reduce reliance on traditional extractive industries.
Bolivia has long been known for mining and later natural gas exports, but the government now wants travel to become a new engine of growth.
Can Bolivia's pivot to tourism rescue its economy from a full-blown collapse?
As Bolivia courts tourists, can it shield its unique cultures and ecosystems from harm?