From economic praise to drug allegations: Evo Morales speaks out on Bolivia’s changing reputation

Former Bolivian President Evo Morales has recently commented on the ongoing search for Sebastián Marset, the alleged Uruguayan drug trafficker.

Morales suggested that the situation implies the current Bolivian government, under President Luis Arce, might not be actively pursuing measures against drug trafficking.

In a local media program, Morales stressed that his intention isn’t to undermine President Arce but to ensure that all measures are being taken against drug trafficking.

He urged the government to act decisively.

He lamented that under his administration, Bolivia was recognized for its economic policies and social programs.

However, the country is now gaining notoriety for being associated with drug activities.

Tensions are evident within the ruling party, Movimiento Al Socialismo (MAS), with factions supporting Morales or President Arce.

This past weekend, Marset, who has been sought after for several weeks, released a video asserting he’s no longer in Bolivia.

He also criticized the Bolivian Interior Minister, Eduardo del Castillo.

The Bolivian police have detained numerous individuals during the search for Marset.

He is wanted by Europol, Interpol, and justice departments in Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

The case has garnered attention because Marset easily establishedimself in Bolivia, even founding and playing for a second-division soccer team.

Desp hite these high-profile activities, there were no suspicions raised.

Marset is accused of heading an international drug trafficking network.

Some reports also link him to the assassination of Paraguayan prosecutor Marcelo Pecci in Colombia in 2022.

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