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Bolivia's Economy and Finance Mnister Marcelo Montenegro speaks during a briefing to international media in La Paz, Bolivia on February 6, 2025. According to Montenegro, The Central Bank of Bolivia (BCB) is selling its gold abroad to generate cash and import fuels that are distributed at a subsidized price in the domestic market. (Photo by AIZAR RALDES / AFP) (Photo by AIZAR RALDES/AFP via Getty Images)