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Paraguay will present unprecedented asset forfeiture decisions during the upcoming Gafilat evaluation, as part of the Judiciary's efforts to combat organized crime, corruption, and money laundering.
Japan and Mercosur announced the formal start of negotiations for an Economic Partnership Agreement during the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, following a meeting between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Brazilian President Lula.
mercosurluiz-inacio-lula-da-silvatakaichi-sanaeA new bilateral protocol between Paraguay and Brazil could exclude around 400 small cross-border carriers by eliminating the N1 category and requiring costly international documentation, with a transition period running through November 1, 2026.
The Unión Industrial del Paraguay (UIP) and Club Mipymes will hold the fourth edition of Networking Financiero 2026 on Thursday, June 18, at the UIP headquarters in Asunción, bringing together 15 financial institutions to facilitate access to credit and business strengthening tools for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
mipymesunion-industrial-del-paraguaynetworking-financiero-2026club-mipymesThe Argentine government's decision to expand the installation of free shops beyond border posts and authorized urban centers, formalized by Decree 438/2026, has raised alarm among merchants in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay, who fear losing customers to neighboring Puerto Iguazú, Argentina.
ciudad-del-estepuerto-iguazuThe dollar fell again in Paraguay and was quoted at G. 6,120 in the spot exchange rate on Monday, the 15th, accumulating a 9% decline so far this year and 25% over 12 months, which has raised concerns among exporters and impacted customs revenue.
guaraniThe Central Bank of Paraguay recorded a record delinquency rate of 8.1% in the financial system in April 2026, driven by a 45.7% increase in overdue loans and growth in credit card debt balances, particularly among lower-middle-income consumers.
guaraniSeprelad warns that the deadline for the 2026 annual fee payment and mandatory data update in the SIRO system ends on June 30, with the risk of fines for those subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Law.
Paraguay’s *Empresa por Acciones Simplificadas* — EAS — is a flexible company structure for small businesses, consultants, startups, SaaS projects, and foreign founders. It is easier to create than an SA or SRL, but it still requires proper tax registration, accounting, invoicing, and compliance.
eascompany-formationstartupsbusinesssuaceThe MTESS emphasized that work on national holidays in Paraguay must be paid at double the regular rate, according to Article 234 of the Labor Code, and that payment must be made in cash, with no option for compensatory time off.
paraguariherreraThe World Bank warns of a slowdown in global economic growth due to the conflict in the Middle East, but maintains an optimistic forecast of 4.4% GDP growth for Paraguay in 2026.
Workers are demanding a 20% increase in Paraguay's legal minimum wage, while business owners are pushing for a 2.4% adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the Central Bank of Paraguay. The final decision rests with President Santiago Peña following the sixth meeting of the National Minimum Wage Council (Conasam) scheduled for this Wednesday.
santiago-penajorge-garicocheThe rise in auto parts theft in Paraguay, especially in vehicles imported through Chile, has driven up insurance premiums and led insurers to adopt measures such as coverage limits, annual claim caps, and deductibles to contain losses.
chileEconomists assessed that the austerity measures announced by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) will have a marginal impact on Paraguay's public accounts and do not address the structural problems of the fiscal deficit.
mefluis-rojasbenigno-lopezThe Paraguayan real estate market kicked off 2026 with growth driven by a projected GDP of 4.2%, the achievement of investment-grade status by Standard & Poor's, and strong demand for rentals, which accounted for 53% of searches on the InfoCasas Paraguay portal, with Asunción concentrating 70% of that demand and two-bedroom apartments being the most sought after, while access to housing credit remains the main challenge for 38% of respondents.
infocasas-paraguayalto-paranaThe Paraguayan forestry sector exported $8,575,626 worth of wood products in May 2026, reaching 28 countries, with the United States as the main destination, according to the National Forestry Institute (Infona).
israelParaguay's public debt hit a record $21.781 billion in April 2026, up 6.5% from December 2025, with more than 84% concentrated in external debt, while the government says the debt-to-GDP ratio remains around 36.2%, although economists warn of the risks posed by the continued growth of financial commitments.
Paraguay has privileged conditions to meet global demand for food, strategic resources, and forest products, but faces structural obstacles such as rural poverty, infrastructure deficits, informality, and the need for productive diversification, according to CAF's Report on Economics and Development, presented during an event that brought together authorities and analysts.
cristina-goralewskiMinister Marco Riquelme announced a forum in Silicon Valley on June 26 to position Paraguay as a regional hub for artificial intelligence, clean energy, and digital infrastructure, bringing together leaders from the tech sector and promoting investments in the country.
silicon-valleyelias-sabamarco-riquelmeAn internal audit by IPS uncovered a scheme that concealed over PYG 7.670 billion in employer debts owed by more than 50 companies and individuals, through irregular alterations to data in the RUC and REI systems, with approximately 14 employees linked to the modifications.
ipsParaguayan shipowners are pushing for a reduction in toll fees on the Paraná-Paraguay Waterway, currently around US$1.30 per net registered ton, arguing that there is no justification for the rates and citing shortcomings in maintenance services. Meanwhile, the Argentine government is moving forward with the pre-award of the new concession for the Argentine stretch of the waterway to the consortium formed by Belgian company Jan De Nul and Argentine firm Servimagnus, with a contract expected to run for 30 years.
jan-de-nul-nvEconomist Luis Rojas criticized the economic model of Santiago Peña’s government in Paraguay, highlighting contradictions between the growth rhetoric and fiscal challenges, such as the public debt reaching a historic level of USD 21.7812 billion in the first four months of 2026, representing 36.2% of GDP, along with low tax revenue, poor public services, labor informality, and foreign direct investment of only USD 400 million in 2024.
mefluis-rojasaccionThe MIC met with European ambassadors to assess access for Paraguayan products to the EU market under the Mercosur-EU agreement, with a focus on zero-tariff quotas in sectors such as meat, rice, honey, and organic sugar. The agreement's entry-into-force date requires independent confirmation.
union-europeamercosurRicardo Canese criticized President Santiago Peña for granting subsidies to electro-intensive companies that generate 433 times fewer jobs per megawatt than Paraguayan MSMEs.
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