Arce Will Not Seek Reelection in 2025: Bolivia's President Prioritizes Party Unity

Bolivia: President Arce will not run in 2025 elections. La Paz, May 17, 2025. President Luis Arce's decision to forgo a reelection bid in the upcoming 2025 national elections remains firm, according to Vice Minister of Communication Gabriela Alcón. Alcón stated that Arce's priority is to maintain unity within the Movement for Socialism (MAS-IPSP) party. "The president will not back down," Alcón told reporters outside Casa Grande, where a recent meeting with MAS-IPSP organizations took place. The video shows Alcón addressing the press, surrounded by reporters and supporters carrying Bolivian flags. While various sectors have requested Arce reconsider, Alcón emphasized the president's commitment to party unity as the reason behind his decision. This commitment to internal party cohesion underscores the importance of maintaining a united front for the upcoming elections.