Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Bolivian Foreign Minister Aramayo

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Bolivian Foreign Minister José Alberto Aramayo in Washington D.C. on February 4, 2026, to discuss bilateral relations and regional cooperation between the United States and Bolivia. The meeting comes at a significant time as both countries seek to strengthen diplomatic ties following recent political changes in Bolivia. During their discussions, the two officials addressed economic cooperation, security concerns, and regional challenges affecting both nations, with particular focus on strengthening trade relations and addressing shared interests in areas like climate change and democratic governance. This diplomatic engagement represents the Biden administration's continued focus on building relationships across Latin America while navigating the complex geopolitical landscape of the region. The meeting underscores the importance of US-Bolivian relations in the broader context of Western Hemisphere diplomacy and signals a renewed commitment to multilateral engagement in South America.