In Bolivia's upcoming presidential election, candidate Jorge "Tuto" Quiroga has proposed renegotiating the country's $14 billion foreign debt as a measure to stabilize an economy affected by shortages and inflation. Quiroga, a right-wing former president, has pledged to implement sweeping changes if elected. Another prominent candidate, Rodrigo Paz, has emphasized the importance of reopening diplomatic relations with Chile, advocating for a pragmatic approach to Bolivia's maritime claims through Chile rather than continuing historical disputes. Paz also supports efforts to restore democracy in Venezuela. The election is framed as a choice between continuity of the current political system, associated with the legacy of Evo Morales, and a systemic change aimed at restoring the republic and democracy in Bolivia. Analysts highlight the urgency for constitutional restoration and a break from the existing ethnically based, authoritarian, and plurinational state structure. The political discourse centers on whether to maintain the status quo or pursue significant reforms to address Bolivia's economic and diplomatic challenges.