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flag Bolivian president defends coca leaf, marking its cultural significance beyond its link to cocaine.

flag In Bolivia, coca leaves are vital for work, faith, and identity. flag Farmers like Tomas Zavala perform rituals before harvesting, asking for Mother Earth's permission. flag Despite the leaf's global association with cocaine, it is legally cultivated in Bolivia and holds deep cultural significance, used in ceremonies and as a stimulant. flag The practice supports over 45,000 jobs. flag President Luis Arce defends the cultural importance of coca, performing a public ritual to mark National Coca Chewing Day.

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