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Society & Health - Jun 24, 2026

The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) has intervened at the San Expedito Higher Technical Institute of Private Management in Horqueta to investigate approximately 1,800 teaching degrees suspected of being fraudulent

The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) intervened at the Instituto Técnico Superior de Gestão Privada San Expedito in Horqueta, in the department of Concepción, to investigate approximately 1,800 teaching degrees suspected of forgery during an audit with a 45-day deadline.

Security & Justice - Jun 24, 2026

Prosecutor Cubilla leads inspection of jet carrying 261 kg of marijuana in Paraguay

Prosecutor Ingrid Cubilla led the forensic examination of a Bombardier Challenger 601-3A executive jet seized with 261.6 kg of premium marijuana in Paraguay. The aircraft had departed from Miami and was intercepted at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport during the transfer of the drugs to a pickup truck.

Politics - Jun 24, 2026

Latorre links Samaniego's immunity lift to deal with three other lawmakers

The president of the Chamber of Deputies, Raúl Latorre, stated that the request to lift the parliamentary immunity of Cartista deputy Esteban Samaniego depends on a deal involving three other lawmakers with pending cases, since removal requires a two-thirds majority and no single political force can reach that number on its own.

Society & Health - Jun 23, 2026

The promissory note mafia in Paraguay is causing losses and evictions in Ciudad del Este; justice is slow

The promissory note mafia in Paraguay has caused losses, evictions, and fraud in Ciudad del Este, while the justice system's slow response compounds the harm in a scheme involving law firms, corrupt officials, and a foreign financial company.

Politics - Jun 23, 2026

Chamber of Deputies approves request for information from DINAC on drone regulation in Paraguay

The Chamber of Deputies of Paraguay approved a request for information from DINAC to obtain details about the regulation, control, and institutional capacity of the agency regarding the increasing use of drones, including regulatory updates, resources of the National Aeronautical Registry, coordination with CONATEL, the possibility of mandatory technical certification, and incident statistics from the past two years.

Economy - Jun 23, 2026

Senator Filizzola says Paraguayans pay international prices for beef

Senator Rafael Filizzola stated that Paraguayan consumers are paying international prices for beef due to the sector's strong export orientation — around 90% of production is destined for the foreign market — and the high market concentration, in which five slaughterhouses account for approximately 85% of the country's beef processing. He voiced support for a bill that proposes capping the profit margin at 10% on three popular beef cuts.

Politics - Jun 23, 2026

Santiago Peña rules out holiday for Albirroja's match against Australia in early morning hours

President Santiago Peña ruled out declaring a holiday on Friday, the 26th, for the Albirroja's match against Australia, scheduled to start at 11 p.m. on Thursday and end in the early hours, but said he is still considering the possibility of holidays if the team advances in the competition.

Infrastructure & Environment - Jun 23, 2026

Taxpayers in Asunción pay $4.5 million for unfinished drainage works

Taxpayers in Asunción paid US$4.5 million between January and April 2026 for stormwater works that, in most of the capital, do not exist, while only four of the eight promised basins have seen construction begin, and work is progressing slowly due to a lack of financial resources.

Economy - Jun 23, 2026

IPS holds G. 174 billion in contracts with Infocenter for SAP system

The Social Security Institute (IPS) allocated G. 174,057,730,805 in contracts to Infocenter SA, which won three of the four bidding processes held since 2017 for the implementation of an integrated management system based on SAP technology, accounting for approximately 94.4% of the total G. 184,452,730,805 earmarked by the institution for the platform.

Politics - Jun 23, 2026

The investigation into Lalo Gomes's network remains open and could reach new names

The investigation into the network of contacts of the late congressman Lalo Gomes remains open and could reach new names, having already resulted in charges against former congressman Orlando Arévalo and former judges Carmen Silva and Ana Aguirre for alleged favor-trading involving the Magistrates' Impeachment Jury.

Security & Justice - Jun 23, 2026

Paraguay's Supreme Court upholds conviction of Lieutenant Carlos Coronel for fraud during UN mission in Cyprus

The Supreme Court of Paraguay upheld the conviction of Lieutenant Carlos Coronel to 30 days in prison for fraud, stemming from the misuse of identification cards during a UN mission in Cyprus.

Economy - Jun 23, 2026

UIA proposes 700 MW cap for electro-intensive industries in Paraguay

The ANDE Engineers Union proposed limiting the consumption of electro-intensive industries in Paraguay, such as data centers and artificial intelligence projects, to 700 MW in order to preserve the country's energy security and avoid compromising strategic resources in the medium and long term.

Security & Justice - Jun 23, 2026

Paraguay joins Santiago Commitment against transnational crime at the OAS

Paraguay formally joined the Santiago Regional Commitment against Transnational Organized Crime in June 2026, during the 56th General Assembly of the OAS in Panama City, expanding the agreement initially signed by Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.

Politics - Jun 23, 2026

Vice President Alliana is photographed with the owner of a plane used by Marset during the World Cup

Paraguayan Vice President Pedro Alliana was photographed with businessman Guillermo del Puerto Moreno, the owner of the aircraft used by drug trafficker Sebastián Marset during the 2026 World Cup.

Security & Justice - Jun 23, 2026

Judge Lici Sánchez orders seizure of funds from the Air Box operation in Asunción and Luque

Judge Lici Teresita Sánchez ordered the seizure and deposit into an account of amounts in guaraníes, reais, and dollars related to Operation Air Box, which dismantled a premium marijuana trafficking network in Asunción and Luque, resulting in the confiscation of money, drugs, and the arrest of those involved.

Economy - Jun 23, 2026

Paraguay sees 35% increase in foreign companies established in the country, says Vice Minister Eduardo Gustale

Paraguay recorded a 35% increase in the establishment of foreign companies in 2025, totaling 660 new firms, according to Vice Minister Eduardo Gustale.

Politics - Jun 22, 2026

Paraguay's Constitution turns 34 under threat of authoritarianism

Paraguay's National Constitution turns 34 this Saturday, June 20, marking the post-Stroessner dictatorship democratic era, but it faces threats of authoritarianism and noncompliance with its provisions, according to assessments by constitutional scholars and authorities.

Politics - Jun 22, 2026

Senator Ever Villalba reports fraud of 100,000 votes in PLRA internal elections

Senator Ever Villalba denounced an alleged fraud of 100,000 votes in the PLRA internal elections, claiming irregularities in the vote count that would have benefited Alcides Riveros, the party's current elected president.

Politics - Jun 22, 2026

Request to lift parliamentary immunity of Deputy Cleto Giménez over nepobabies case remains stalled in Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies

The request to lift the immunity of Deputy Cleto Giménez, accused in the "nepobabies" case for irregularly hiring his daughters as aides, has remained unexamined in the Chamber of Deputies of Paraguay for over two years.

Economy - Jun 22, 2026

Paraguayan guesthouses offer promotions to tackle low occupancy during winter

Paraguay's tourist lodges are rolling out promotions—such as a third night free and special discounts—to counter low winter occupancy driven by seasonal factors, the election year, and the approaching 2026 World Cup, with nightly rates ranging from G. 80,000 to G. 250,000.

Economy - Jun 22, 2026

Luque leads real estate growth in the Asunción Metropolitan Area, backed by industrial development and public infrastructure

Luque leads real estate growth in Greater Asunción, driven by public infrastructure investments, support for local industrial development, and prominence in the Che Róga Porã housing program.

Economy - Jun 22, 2026

The price of live pigs in Paraguay has dropped to G. 9,700/kg, the lowest level since 2023

The price of live pigs in Paraguay has fallen to G. 9,700/kg, the lowest level since 2023, driven by regional and global factors such as export blockades, sanitary outbreaks, and shifts in demand.

Economy - Jun 22, 2026

Brazilian companies eye solar and small hydroelectric projects in Paraguay

Brazilian companies are interested in building solar plants and small hydroelectric facilities in Paraguay, taking advantage of the new legal framework that allows the sale of electricity in the country, both to ANDE and through private agreements.

Society & Health - Jun 22, 2026

Ministry of Education reports 145 fake teaching degrees to Public Prosecutor's Office following audit

The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) reported 145 fake teaching degrees to the Public Prosecutor's Office following an internal audit that identified around 1,500 diplomas of questionable authenticity, while experts suggest the scheme could be much larger and attribute the problem to credentialism and the lack of oversight by the National Council of Higher Education (Cones).