Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to extend congratulations on his election. According to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, Secretary Rubio described the event as a significant opportunity for both Bolivia and the wider region.
During the conversation, Secretary Rubio expressed support for strengthening cooperation between the United States and Bolivia. He highlighted U.S. interest in working together to promote economic security and prosperity. The Secretary also reiterated American backing for efforts against transnational criminal organizations operating in the hemisphere.
Further details about the call can be found in the official readout provided by the Office of the Spokesperson at https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/10/secretary-rubios-call-with-bolivian-president-elect-paz/.
"Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to congratulate him on his historic election. The Secretary emphasized that this moment marks a transformative opportunity for Bolivia and our region. The Secretary reaffirmed our nation’s willingness to partner with Bolivia to encourage economic security and prosperity and U.S. support to combat transnational criminal organizations that threaten our hemisphere." — Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott