Thousands march in Bolivia demanding repeal of land law: Video
Thousands of peasants and Indigenous people from Bolivia’s Pando department continued their march toward La Paz for a 16th day on Thursday, April 23, demanding the repeal of a controversial land law they say threatens their communities’ access to territory.
Footage shows protesters walking in large groups along roads while carrying Bolivian flags and organisational banners, chanting as they move toward the capital.
The march began on April 8 in El Porvenir with around 100 participants, but organisers say the movement has grown significantly, now drawing about 3,000 people.
Demonstrators are calling for the repeal of Law 1720, which they say could undermine land rights in Indigenous and rural communities.
Feyfer Quajiru, Executive Secretary of the Harakbut, Yine, and Matsiguenga Council, said the protest movement has three main demands.
“We have three demands. First, the immediate repeal of Law 1720. Second, the immediate legal protection of our lands. And third, the anti-blockade law, which we will not accept either, just as we will not accept other laws being passed without consultation, without proper engagement with the public,” he said.
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