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Bolivia Defence Ministry Files Complaint Over Radar Procurement

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 16

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The Defence Ministry of Bolivia filed a criminal complaint on October 15, 2026, concerning the SIDACTA air-defence system procurement. The complaint, which names 19 people including four former defence ministers, was filed with the Ministerio Público. The alleged offenses include contracts harmful to the state, breach of contract, and uneconomic conduct.

From riotimesonline.com

Why it matters

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The complaint relates to a US$127 million radar case and asks prosecutors to investigate allegations of uneconomic conduct. The Defence Minister stated the government chose to pursue a complaint rather than seeking another settlement, pending a court decision on contract amendments.

From riotimesonline.com

Who's involved

BoliviaSovereign state where the procurement complaint was filed
defence ministryMinistry that filed the criminal complaint regarding the radar procurement

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Oct 16riotimesonline.com