President Santiago Peña Leads 215th Independence Day Commemoration

President Santiago Peña, accompanied by high-ranking officials, presided over the national Independence Day ceremonies on Thursday, May 14, 2026, marking 215 years since Paraguay's independence, as reported by Unicanal.

President Santiago Peña, together with top government authorities, led the official acts commemorating the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's Independence on Thursday, May 14, 2026, according to a report by Unicanal.

The ceremony, held in the capital, included military parades and civic events. Peña was joined by members of his cabinet and other high-ranking officials. The date marks the historic declaration of independence from Spanish rule in 1811.

Unicanal, a Paraguayan news outlet, covered the event but did not provide further details on speeches or specific activities. The report did not mention any opposition participation or notable incidents.