Bolivia's Election Chief Sounds Alarm: Financial Crisis Threatens August Vote

Bolivia's Upcoming Elections: TSE President Addresses Challenges and Concerns Bolivia is gearing up for general elections on August 17th, 2025. In a recent interview with EL DEBER, Óscar Hassenteufel, president of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE), addressed key challenges facing the electoral process. Hassenteufel emphasized the TSE's dedication to holding elections on schedule, stating, "The Supreme Electoral Tribunal is committed to ensuring the general elections, scheduled for August 17th of this year, take place on the indicated date, regardless of any obstacles." However, he also revealed significant financial hurdles, particularly in paying staff salaries, saying, "We haven't been able to pay the April salaries to the staff we hired for the election preparations." The interview highlights concerns about the potential impact of these financial difficulties on the integrity and efficiency of the electoral process. The TSE’s commitment to free and fair elections, despite these challenges, offers a note of reassurance as Bolivia moves closer to the polls.