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Significance
The Arce administration inherits a difficult economic situation and a legacy of polarised politics. Elected with a landslide victory, it can count on an absolute majority in the legislature. The new cabinet, however, is composed of individuals without previous ministerial experience.
Impacts
Arce will seek to remove some of the top echelons of the army and police.
He will look to mend fences with the business elite in Santa Cruz.
He will be keen to encourage foreign investment in strategic sectors.
His administration will promote new leaders from within the MAS.
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