Santa Cruz Public Transport Workers to Protest Soaring Costs and Fuel Shortages

Santa Cruz Public Transport Workers to Stage Protest March Santa Cruz, Bolivia – Public transport workers in Santa Cruz are planning a major protest march for next Tuesday, June 10, 2025, to highlight their concerns over rising costs and fuel shortages. The workers, representing a significant portion of the city’s public transport system, say they are facing increasing difficulties due to the rising price of spare parts, the soaring cost of living, and the scarcity of fuel. "We are being squeezed from all sides," said one union representative in an interview featured in a recent Red Uno news report. "The price of everything is going up, but our income isn’t keeping pace. We can’t afford to maintain our vehicles, and the fuel shortages are making it even harder to operate." The video shows the workers at a press conference, where they announced their decision to march. They are calling on the government to take immediate action to address their concerns, warning that the protest could severely disrupt public transport services in the city. The workers are specifically demanding the immediate repeal of Decree 5400, which they say negatively impacts their operations. The protest is expected to draw significant attention and could lead to further discussions on the economic challenges faced by public transport workers in the region. The government's response to the workers' demands will be closely watched.