The Central Bank of Bolivia issued a press release rejecting statements reported in the media that it is carrying out supposed financial operations with international banks. It warned that politically framed assertions are creating uncertainty and overlook information already provided to the elected government’s transition commission. The central bank pointed to a 29 October meeting held under Supreme Decree No 5475, where its senior officials presented detailed information on the components of its operations and delivered all information requested by the transition commission. Topics covered included a rebound in Net International Reserves (RIN), with the central bank attributing timely external debt service and the allocation of resources supporting fuel imports to the efficient management of these assets. It also indicated it remains available to provide additional information to facilitate the transition, while reaffirming that its work is carried out in line with its constitutional mandate and existing rules.
Central Bank of Bolivia 2025-10-31
Central Bank of Bolivia denies claims of financial operations with international banks and cites disclosures to the elected government’s transition team
The Central Bank of Bolivia refuted media claims of conducting financial operations with international banks, attributing such reports to politically motivated narratives. It highlighted a meeting under Supreme Decree No 5475, where officials detailed operations, including a rebound in Net International Reserves and efficient asset management. The bank remains committed to transparency and adherence to its constitutional mandate.