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Anti-government protesters have been demonstrating across Bolivia, saying a proposed new law is a dangerous step towards a police state.
The law, which the government says is essential to tackle illicit earnings and boost the economy, is still under consultation.
But opponents say it hands too much power to the government and would threaten democratic principles.
Al Jazeera's Daniel Schweimler reports.
The law, which the government says is essential to tackle illicit earnings and boost the economy, is still under consultation.
But opponents say it hands too much power to the government and would threaten democratic principles.
Al Jazeera's Daniel Schweimler reports.
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