Limits to Plurinationalism on Bolivia's Agrarian Frontier: As disputes between Indigenous communities and "intercultural" farmers simmer, agribusiness expansion puts additional pressure on the coveted lands of the eastern lowlands.

This article explores the conflicts and contradictions surrounding Bolivia's agrarian frontier, specifically in the eastern lowlands. The region is experiencing economic growth driven by soybean plantations, but this expansion has led to disputes between Indigenous communities and intercultural farm...

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Publicado en:NACLA Report on the Americas Vol. 56; no. 3; pp. 308 - 315
Autor principal: Stiles, Olivia Arigho
Formato: Report
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Sep2024
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Sumario:This article explores the conflicts and contradictions surrounding Bolivia's agrarian frontier, specifically in the eastern lowlands. The region is experiencing economic growth driven by soybean plantations, but this expansion has led to disputes between Indigenous communities and intercultural farmers. These conflicts raise questions about the success of plurinationalism in Bolivia's east and highlight historical differences in how different Indigenous peoples relate to the state and territory. The article also discusses the history of colonization in the region and the changing dynamics of intercultural farming. It addresses the tensions and conflicts surrounding land rights and territorial claims, particularly in relation to the interculturales, a group representing highland Indigenous peoples. The article emphasizes the complexities of the plurinational state and its impact on land distribution and agrarian capitalism. It also mentions the ecological destruction caused by deforestation and the role of various actors, including medium and large enterprises, in contributing to this issue.