Concluding observations on the third periodic report of the Plurinational State of Bolivia

Indigenous Peoples and territories

14. …. The Committee is concerned that the right of indigenous peoples to prior consultation in decisions that may affect them, including in connection with mining, hydrocarbon and infrastructure projects, is not widely respected. In particular, it regrets the irregularities surrounding the road-building project in Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory (art. 1 (2)).

15. The Committee recommends that the State party:

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• (b) Ensure adequate consultation with, and the free, prior and informed consent of, indigenous peoples regarding all legislative or administrative measures liable to affect them directly;
• (c) Adopt measures to guarantee the integrity of the Isiboro Sécure National Park and Indigenous Territory.