Events broke out at teachers‘ protest in Bolivia
Teachers in Bolivia continue to protest against the government, demanding a rise in their salaries and an increase in the education budget. The teachers, who are affiliated with the Bolivian Confederation of Urban Education Workers, marched to the government buildings at Plaza Murillo square in the capital, La Paz. A clash broke out between the demonstrators and security forces, with the police using tear gas to disperse the protesters. The unions are calling for a 30% increase in the education budget and a reduction in working hours. The negotiations between CTEUB and the government have been going on for over two months, and the protests reflect the frustration of the teachers with the government’s education policy. The economic contraction experienced by Bolivia has restricted the education budget, even though education is free and compulsory in the country.
