INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
what steps would follow this decision
Previously, in 2010, the two countries had indicated their intent to foster and improve bilateral relations.Syria and Bolivia have a long
history of political and ideological similarities.As members of the Non-Aligned Movement, both countries have often taken positions
independent from major global powers.This diplomatic development comes at a crucial time when both nations are grappling with internal and
Bolivia has faced political instability and economic woes, particularly following the 2019 presidential elections which led to social
unrest.The decision to formalize diplomatic relations also coincides with a wider trend in global politics.Smaller nations are increasingly
banding together to counterbalance the influence of larger countries.This trend has been most evident in various regional alliances, like
CELAC in Latin America and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Asia.For Bolivia, this diplomatic move could signify an attempt to
diversify its international partnerships.The South American country is rich in natural resources, such as lithium, that are of strategic
interest.Syria may see Bolivia as a potential ally in Latin America, a region where it has limited connections.The year 2010 was a turning
Syria faced mounting international pressure, while Bolivia was starting to emerge as a key player in regional politics.Both nations
expressed a mutual interest in strengthening bilateral ties, and now, more than a decade later, that interest has materialized into formal
