Sackings Set To Ramp Up Tensions

BMI View: President Fernando Lugo's decision to sack his top military chiefs is likely to put further strain on his relationship with the armed forces, especially amid recent rumours of a possible military coup. With the opposition continuing to block his reform programme and threatening to begin impeachment proceedings, Lugo's political challenges are set to mount, and could have serious implications for the country's political stability.

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