The Bolivian government denounced the Convention on June 29, 2011, indicating its intention to re-accede with a reservation. The same reservation was in place for 25 years but had long elapsed.
The Russian president has submitted a bill to the national parliament detailing its objection to Bolivia’s intention.
Earlier, similar objections have been voiced by the U.S., UK, Italy, Sweden, Canada,
Click here to read a dedicated UN press release on Bolivia’s position.
Sources: http://www.lenta.ru http://www.un.org
Author: Mikhail Vesely