Bolivia is intensifying its efforts to tackle transnational and serious crimes through enhanced international cooperation. Minister Oviedo announced at a press conference that the country will collaborate with multiple agencies and nations, including the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and police units from the European Union. Additionally, Bolivia has established agreements with neighboring countries to bolster its crime-fighting initiatives. This announcement followed the swearing-in ceremony of three deputy ministers, including Ernesto Justiniano, the newly appointed Minister of Social Defense, also known as the Minister of the Fight Against Drug Trafficking. Justiniano, who previously held this role from 2002 to 2003 under the administration of Gonzalo Sanchez de Lozada, reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with international agencies dedicated to combating drug trafficking. He highlighted his intention to strengthen ties with organizations that may have been less active during the previous government, signaling a renewed focus on global collaboration in addressing this pressing issue.