the Bolivian Army to declare "Socialist, anti-imperialist and anti-capitalist." EVO MORALES MAY BE SUBMITTED TO THE 2014 ELECTIONS
The Bolivian army on Sunday held its 200 years of existence, declared "socialist ", " imperialist" and "anti-capitalist ."
The national commander of the Army, General Antonio Cueto said the Constitution promulgated in 2009 " results in the Army to emerge as a socialist institution, community" .
"We declare ourselves anti-imperialist, as in Bolivia, there should be no external power is imposed, we want and we must act with sovereignty and live with dignity. We also declare anticapitalist because this system is destroying Mother Earth " said during a ceremony for the bicentennial of the Army. That institution building takes as the year 1810, when they started the revolution for independence in the current Bolivian territory against the English crown. Cueto
criticized the "neoliberal governments " Bolivian "pact with the capitalist system, seeking the destruction of the Armed Forces of the country , " with plans gradually decreased its operational capacity " .
He confirmed that the Bolivian state " a pacifist, but also reserves " the legitimate right of defense " of its territory and said the military " will not allow under any circumstances the installation of foreign bases " in its territory.
The general Cueto said the new State Constitution, in force since February last year, has led the Army to emerge as a socialist institution, community "and as such we declare ourselves anti-imperialist, as in Bolivia, there should be no external power is imposed, we will and must act with sovereignty and live in dignity" .
" also " he said, declare ourselves anti-capitalists, because this system is destroying Mother Earth, that is why we must unite our efforts and capabilities to defend .
turn, Morales asked the military who are "ready" to defend the sovereignty of Bolivia , the possibility that "any rule" try "military intervention" his country, as they did 200 years ago "fighting English rule" .
"History shows that the Army is born with an anti-imperialist position because he has fought the European empire since 1810" said Morales, noting that the "military nationalism" Armed Forces do not was "imported or imposed" , but born after the War Chaco of Paraguay waged against between 1932 and 1935.
The Bolivian army confirmed its commitment to "change process" promoted by the Government and stressed the slogan "Fatherland or death, we shall overcome. Subordination and perseverance, viva Bolivia " in the hymn that opened on Sunday in commemoration of its bicentennial.
The Army calls for sanctions for missile
The national commander of the Army, General Antonio Cueto said the Constitution promulgated in 2009 " results in the Army to emerge as a socialist institution, community" .
"We declare ourselves anti-imperialist, as in Bolivia, there should be no external power is imposed, we want and we must act with sovereignty and live with dignity. We also declare anticapitalist because this system is destroying Mother Earth " said during a ceremony for the bicentennial of the Army. That institution building takes as the year 1810, when they started the revolution for independence in the current Bolivian territory against the English crown. Cueto
criticized the "neoliberal governments " Bolivian "pact with the capitalist system, seeking the destruction of the Armed Forces of the country , " with plans gradually decreased its operational capacity " .
He confirmed that the Bolivian state " a pacifist, but also reserves " the legitimate right of defense " of its territory and said the military " will not allow under any circumstances the installation of foreign bases " in its territory.
The general Cueto said the new State Constitution, in force since February last year, has led the Army to emerge as a socialist institution, community "and as such we declare ourselves anti-imperialist, as in Bolivia, there should be no external power is imposed, we will and must act with sovereignty and live in dignity" .
" also " he said, declare ourselves anti-capitalists, because this system is destroying Mother Earth, that is why we must unite our efforts and capabilities to defend .
turn, Morales asked the military who are "ready" to defend the sovereignty of Bolivia , the possibility that "any rule" try "military intervention" his country, as they did 200 years ago "fighting English rule" .
"History shows that the Army is born with an anti-imperialist position because he has fought the European empire since 1810" said Morales, noting that the "military nationalism" Armed Forces do not was "imported or imposed" , but born after the War Chaco of Paraguay waged against between 1932 and 1935.
The Bolivian army confirmed its commitment to "change process" promoted by the Government and stressed the slogan "Fatherland or death, we shall overcome. Subordination and perseverance, viva Bolivia " in the hymn that opened on Sunday in commemoration of its bicentennial.
The Army calls for sanctions for missile
general commander of the Army, General Antonio Cueto Calderon , Asked the national government authorities implement the Act Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz against those who collaborated with the U.S. to output Chinese missiles Bolivia bound for that country.
"In order to wash the honor of the Army, ask relevant authorities, through anti-corruption law Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz, will act in accordance with those given to shoot down missiles that were purchased to defend the State " , the military chief said in his speech at the commemoration of the bicentennial of the Army.
In December 2005, the current president Evo Morales , then a presidential candidate by the Movimiento al Socialismo (MAS) and was taken for the winner, denounced the disappearance of 28-to-air missiles MHN-5 made in China that were in the arsenals Bolivians and turned over to U.S. to be "off" .
Morales announced at that time his intention to bring to justice the former interim president Eduardo Rodriguez , and his Defense Minister Gonzalo Mendez Gutierrez By "treason" . To justify the removal of Chinese missiles U.S. Bolivian authorities said that those computers were obsolete and that their operation had become dangerous. It seems, however, that were purchased in China in the early 90's and were in perfect condition. It was the only missile in addition to possessing the Bolivian army.
Reforms in the structure and strategies of the Bolivian army
"In order to wash the honor of the Army, ask relevant authorities, through anti-corruption law Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz, will act in accordance with those given to shoot down missiles that were purchased to defend the State " , the military chief said in his speech at the commemoration of the bicentennial of the Army.
In December 2005, the current president Evo Morales , then a presidential candidate by the Movimiento al Socialismo (MAS) and was taken for the winner, denounced the disappearance of 28-to-air missiles MHN-5 made in China that were in the arsenals Bolivians and turned over to U.S. to be "off" .
Morales announced at that time his intention to bring to justice the former interim president Eduardo Rodriguez , and his Defense Minister Gonzalo Mendez Gutierrez By "treason" . To justify the removal of Chinese missiles U.S. Bolivian authorities said that those computers were obsolete and that their operation had become dangerous. It seems, however, that were purchased in China in the early 90's and were in perfect condition. It was the only missile in addition to possessing the Bolivian army.
Reforms in the structure and strategies of the Bolivian army
The Bolivian Army aims to deepen profound changes in their structures and strategies. Gen. Antonio Cuesta, directed last July by videoconference virtual forum with the participation of representatives of the regions of La Paz, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz and . A discussion was attended by members of the government and Multinational Legislature, as well as experts in security, defense, science, technology and international politics.
" From the exchange of views between the speakers and participants, will be available concepts and decisions and agreed, by the actors involved in the institutional life of the Army" , the general said then.
The seminar sought to develop plans, projects and programs in the years to enable a transformation of the institution, to be encouraged by military support to the new Constitution, in force since February 2009.
From the nationalization of hydrocarbons, in May 2006, with active participation of the military, President Evo Morales called the army to play a social role for the benefit of all Bolivians. Currently, the officers involved, inter alia, public policy and the distribution of economic aid by sector bonds historically disadvantaged, such as the elderly, children and pregnant women.
As the Captain General of the Armed Forces , Morales has called for developing a doctrine of self defense without having to resort, as before, foreign powers, including U.S. . Morales insists on improved living conditions and equipment of military units.
Evo Morales "may" seek reelection
Hugo Chávez has made several times, Alvaro Uribe was denied and Manuel Zelaya him out in his pajamas in his country who believe that the look. It's reelection.
In Latin America, the possibility of re-election to public office is rather limited in some countries and has been the subject of controversial reforms in others. But in any case is a big tradeoff that often generates heated debate when it appears on the political agenda.
And that is what is currently happening in Bolivia . President Evo Morales flirts with the idea, but does not stop to confirm that yes seek a new term in office.
Who better than Vice President Bolivia, reported to be its closest ally, to clarify what goes through the mind of the agent.
"The new Constitution of 2009 enabled (...) to a third term if the citizens' vote allows. So there is no constitutional limitation for President Morales go to the polls in 2014," said Álvaro García Linera in London interview with BBC .
The vice president of Bolivia confirm something that probably prevents Morales do in the future, but it clearly shows his opinion.
"It is important that President Morales will continue in the process, because dismantling the structures of discrimination that have prevailed for centuries in Bolivia is not done in two or three years," said .
But Bolivian President not have "two or three years" in power. Took over as president in January 2006, but after having amended the constitution in 2009 his supporters say that only now is in the first year in office.
Critics in Bolivia therefore argue that it was a first term, which is in the middle of the second and the third party is not legally permitted.
However, in the leadership of the Bolivian government no doubt about the options.
"The president is not campaigning or take the decision, but we have reaffirmed that the Constitution enables and lets go for re-election" , told BBC García Linera.
re-election promises to be another turbulent episode in Bolivian politics.
The country now enjoys a stability not seen in the last decade. Between 2000 and 2005 there were five presidents, until Morales was elected to the presidency. And according
García Linera, the continuity of the current head of state is key to "achieve the goals of justice and equality in Bolivian society."
In the Salar de Uyuni estimated Bolivia has the largest reserves of lithium in the world. But this
Bolivia needs the gas, especially the income derived from their exploitation.
The country has so far been classified as a gas power on the continent, but a study by a private consultant commissioned by the government revealed a few weeks ago in the Bolivian subsoil would have only a third of the trillions of tons of natural gas than previously thought.
Danger " then the structure of social expenditure undertaken Morales? No, says García Linera .
" Bolivia has much gas, but has only explored 5% of gas potential territory (...) and want to pursue an aggressive policy to explore at least 40% of the gas field area" said.
The difference in what was believed to gas reserves hit the country, when the report of Ryder Scott consultant revealed that 26.7 trillion cubic feet of natural gas estimated in 2004, they were really 8.35 trillion cubic feet, which is less one third.
Bolivian Vice President claims to know why such a difference in values \u200b\u200bbetween the gas and thought there was apparently no.
"The companies inflated the figures to increase their shares in the stock market" he said alluding to (but not stating directly) to foreign investors exploited the gas before the nationalization decreed in 2006.
"We do not need to inflate the prices, we have sincere reservations so far found. But we have other riches in parallel, such as lithium (...), iron, gold and agricultural sector with large capacities to provide food the continent and the world "he says.
Bolivia has important gas export contracts with Argentina and Brazil, natural resource and has attracted European companies, Venezuelan, Chinese, Russians and Iranians. That, plus domestic consumption that requires one of the continent's poorest countries.
And while the government rushes to secure future supply, the gas situation is closely followed in and out of Bolivia.
" From the exchange of views between the speakers and participants, will be available concepts and decisions and agreed, by the actors involved in the institutional life of the Army" , the general said then.
The seminar sought to develop plans, projects and programs in the years to enable a transformation of the institution, to be encouraged by military support to the new Constitution, in force since February 2009.
From the nationalization of hydrocarbons, in May 2006, with active participation of the military, President Evo Morales called the army to play a social role for the benefit of all Bolivians. Currently, the officers involved, inter alia, public policy and the distribution of economic aid by sector bonds historically disadvantaged, such as the elderly, children and pregnant women.
As the Captain General of the Armed Forces , Morales has called for developing a doctrine of self defense without having to resort, as before, foreign powers, including U.S. . Morales insists on improved living conditions and equipment of military units.
Evo Morales "may" seek reelection
Hugo Chávez has made several times, Alvaro Uribe was denied and Manuel Zelaya him out in his pajamas in his country who believe that the look. It's reelection.
In Latin America, the possibility of re-election to public office is rather limited in some countries and has been the subject of controversial reforms in others. But in any case is a big tradeoff that often generates heated debate when it appears on the political agenda.
And that is what is currently happening in Bolivia . President Evo Morales flirts with the idea, but does not stop to confirm that yes seek a new term in office.
Who better than Vice President Bolivia, reported to be its closest ally, to clarify what goes through the mind of the agent.
"The new Constitution of 2009 enabled (...) to a third term if the citizens' vote allows. So there is no constitutional limitation for President Morales go to the polls in 2014," said Álvaro García Linera in London interview with BBC .
The vice president of Bolivia confirm something that probably prevents Morales do in the future, but it clearly shows his opinion.
"It is important that President Morales will continue in the process, because dismantling the structures of discrimination that have prevailed for centuries in Bolivia is not done in two or three years," said .
But Bolivian President not have "two or three years" in power. Took over as president in January 2006, but after having amended the constitution in 2009 his supporters say that only now is in the first year in office.
Critics in Bolivia therefore argue that it was a first term, which is in the middle of the second and the third party is not legally permitted.
However, in the leadership of the Bolivian government no doubt about the options.
"The president is not campaigning or take the decision, but we have reaffirmed that the Constitution enables and lets go for re-election" , told BBC García Linera.
re-election promises to be another turbulent episode in Bolivian politics.
The country now enjoys a stability not seen in the last decade. Between 2000 and 2005 there were five presidents, until Morales was elected to the presidency. And according
García Linera, the continuity of the current head of state is key to "achieve the goals of justice and equality in Bolivian society."
In the Salar de Uyuni estimated Bolivia has the largest reserves of lithium in the world. But this
Bolivia needs the gas, especially the income derived from their exploitation.
The country has so far been classified as a gas power on the continent, but a study by a private consultant commissioned by the government revealed a few weeks ago in the Bolivian subsoil would have only a third of the trillions of tons of natural gas than previously thought.
Danger " then the structure of social expenditure undertaken Morales? No, says García Linera .
" Bolivia has much gas, but has only explored 5% of gas potential territory (...) and want to pursue an aggressive policy to explore at least 40% of the gas field area" said.
The difference in what was believed to gas reserves hit the country, when the report of Ryder Scott consultant revealed that 26.7 trillion cubic feet of natural gas estimated in 2004, they were really 8.35 trillion cubic feet, which is less one third.
Bolivian Vice President claims to know why such a difference in values \u200b\u200bbetween the gas and thought there was apparently no.
"The companies inflated the figures to increase their shares in the stock market" he said alluding to (but not stating directly) to foreign investors exploited the gas before the nationalization decreed in 2006.
"We do not need to inflate the prices, we have sincere reservations so far found. But we have other riches in parallel, such as lithium (...), iron, gold and agricultural sector with large capacities to provide food the continent and the world "he says.
Bolivia has important gas export contracts with Argentina and Brazil, natural resource and has attracted European companies, Venezuelan, Chinese, Russians and Iranians. That, plus domestic consumption that requires one of the continent's poorest countries.
And while the government rushes to secure future supply, the gas situation is closely followed in and out of Bolivia.
(Sources: EFE, Red Erbol and BBC-World)
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