Paola Andrea Tapia Fernández is a professional in International Affairs and Diplomacy. She has Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs from Universidad NUR de Santa Cruz de la Sierra, with an specialization in Conflict Resolution and International Trade, and a Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Academia Diplomática de Bolivia. She has experience in context analysis and scenario assessment, preparation of inputs for decision-making, and management of high-level institutional agendas.

She has pursued a career in public service at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2018. From 2022 to 2025, she served as a Counselor at the Embassy of Bolivia in the United States. Her work and interests focus on the Bolivia–United States relationship and on building bridges of dialogue and understanding between the two countries.