Historical Events tagged with "sánchez de lozada"
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Politics & Government
Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada Resigns Amid Gas Conflict
October 18th, 2003 21 years ago
Amid widespread protests against gas exports, Bolivian President Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada resigns and flees the country. The conflict, fueled by public opposition to privatization and foreign control of natural resources, leads to significant political upheaval. Demonstrations escalate, resulting in violence and fatalities, forcing the president to abandon his position and leave Bolivia in search of safety.
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