Coronavirus in Bolivia: the tourism sector facing the crisis

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In La Paz, municipal officials disinfect the streets while awaiting the reopening of borders and the return of tourists, August 20, 2020. AP / Juan Karita

By: Alice Campaignolle Follow

Bolivia entered quarantine at the end of March. Since then, borders have been closed, movement very restricted and cafes, bars and restaurants are not allowed to open. All foreign visitors have been evacuated, and the tourism sector, which accounts for 4% of GDP and employs some 360,000 people, is experiencing a serious crisis. But despite everything, many of them are fighting.

  • Bolivia
  • Tourism
  • Coronavirus

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