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Trading in shares of Atome PLC was suspended on the London Stock Exchange due to a delay in publishing its financial statements, caused by ongoing negotiations with Paraguay's state electricity utility, ANDE, over the power contract for its green fertilizer project in Villeta.
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A court in Paraguarí sentenced a police officer to 15 years and a civilian to 9 years in prison for their roles in a robbery that resulted in the death of Swiss citizen Reto Schraner. The Public Prosecutor's Office is considering an appeal, deeming the sentences insufficient, while other suspects in the case remain at large.
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Paraguayan congressional leaders were recorded on an open microphone discussing opposition lawmaker Raúl Benítez, who accused the conversation of revealing "mafia codes," while the ruling party dismissed it as a mere anecdote.
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Paraguay conditions trade agreement negotiations with China on maintaining its diplomatic ties with Taiwan, highlighting progress in Mercosur's talks with Japan and Bolivia's integration into the bloc.
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Mercosur and Japan have begun negotiations for an Economic Partnership Agreement that could create one of the world’s largest free trade zones, with a combined GDP of $7 trillion and a focus on sectors such as agribusiness, energy, and the automotive industry.
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Mayors of Paraguayan municipalities resign to run for reelection, following a ruling by the Superior Tribunal of Electoral Justice (TSJE) for the October municipal elections.
laura-gamarrasergio-estigarribiavilla-elisaA young Paraguayan man died in the Ukraine war after being recruited under false promises of employment, according to his family, who warned of other similar cases in the country.
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The National Directorate of Migrations of Paraguay has increased the fees for immigration procedures and fines for foreigners by 5%, in line with the decree that updated the country's legal minimum wage.
The Central Bank of Paraguay has capped card fees at 3% for credit and 2% for debit, including QR Code payments, to reduce costs for merchants and address distortions caused by intermediaries.
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Paraguay will tender 300 buses, 40% of them electric, to modernize public transportation in Asunción while keeping fares at 3,400 guaraníes, after already incorporating 90 vehicles, including donations from Taiwan.
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Copaco and Vox require $100 million to modernize infrastructure and deploy the 5G network in Paraguay, according to the Telecommunications Workers Union.
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Mbappé and Deschamps highlight respect for Paraguay, which eliminated Germany, ahead of the Round of 16 match in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for July 4 in Philadelphia.
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The presidents of Paraguay and Chile, Santiago Peña and José Antonio Kast, signed tax cooperation and human trafficking prevention agreements during an official visit to Asunción, strengthening bilateral ties and highlighting regional integration.
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The extramarital son of dictator Alfredo Stroessner, legally recognized in 2022, has filed a lawsuit to claim a seven-hectare plot of land in downtown Ciudad del Este, where shopping malls now operate. He alleges the property was improperly expropriated in 1990 and that the city government diverted it from its original intended use.
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Heat waves in Paraguay are becoming more frequent, intense, and prolonged, exposing the country's vulnerability due to a lack of infrastructure and preparation to face these extreme events.
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President Santiago Peña presented his third report to Congress with data on growth, poverty, employment, and public works. However, compiled media coverage indicates the assessment is contested by the opposition, economists, and social sectors for its omissions regarding the deficit, debt, healthcare, energy, corruption, and inequality.
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The global dollar strengthens with the Fed's monetary adjustment, while the Paraguayan guaraní remains stable, closing at G. 6,081.67 at the end of June, driven by factors such as the record soybean harvest and investments in local assets.
The paving of Route PY12 in Paraguay's Chaco region is progressing with additional costs of $50.8 million, exceeding the initial budget, but it promises to improve connectivity and boost economic activities in the area.
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Senator Walter Kobylanski resigned from the National Crusade Party, declaring political independence due to internal disagreements and criticism of the party's lack of renewal.
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The influx of Brazilian students into Ciudad del Este is boosting the local economy with over $14 million monthly, but rising rents are displacing Paraguayan residents from traditional neighborhoods, sparking a housing crisis.
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Nurses leave Paraguay's social security institute IPS due to low wages and migrate to countries like Germany and Italy, while healthcare professionals protest for better working conditions and salary adjustments.
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The Central Bank of Paraguay has gradually reduced credit and debit card fees to 3% and 2%, respectively, aiming to encourage electronic payments, reduce the use of cash, and promote financial inclusion in the country.
Paraguay and Colombia strengthen cooperation against drug trafficking and transnational organized crime in meeting led by SENAD.
senadThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that the rapid growth of consumer credit in Paraguay requires monitoring and macroprudential measures, despite considering the country's banking system solid and resilient.