Bolivia Education Ministry convenes teacher unions for 2027 salary talks

Bolivia's Ministry of Education has summoned urban and rural teacher unions (Cteub and Conmerb) to form technical tables for the 2027 salary increase, with the Ministry of Economy also participating. This is a routine annual negotiation process, but the early convening and inclusion of the Economy Ministry may signal fiscal constraints or political maneuvering ahead of the 2027 budget. The outcome will affect public-sector wage dynamics and potentially inflation expectations.