Paraguayan Treasury bonds reach Gs. 9.4 trillion, equivalent to 2.36% of GDP
The stock of Paraguayan Treasury bonds in circulation reached G 9.473 trillion in the first half of 2026, a value equivalent to 2.36% of the country's GDP.
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Paraguayan Armed Forces clear San Lorenzo stream to prevent El Niño flooding
The Paraguayan Armed Forces are carrying out dredging and cleaning of the Tayuazapé stream in San Lorenzo to prevent flooding ahead of the arrival of the El Niño weather phenomenon, after identifying that the riverbed was obstructed by sediment and household waste after 16 years.
Paraguayan research on the human microbiome is highlighted by The New York Times
The New York Times highlighted the research of Paraguayan microbiologist Walter Sandoval and his team from the National University of Asunción (UNA), who are mapping the country's unique bacterial diversity with the potential to impact global health strategies.
Retirees Pressure Congress for Financial Bailout of Social Security Institute
The National Union of Retirees of Paraguay is pressuring Congress to approve a bill that would declare an emergency in the IPS health fund to release extraordinary funding and address the critical shortage of medicines.
DNIT uses AI and BI to oversee tax declarations in Paraguay
Paraguay's DNIT (National Directorate of Tax Revenue) is using artificial intelligence and business intelligence to audit tax returns more efficiently, while revenue in the first half of the year exceeded a 2% expansion despite a drop in collections in guaraní caused by the depreciation of the US dollar.
Senator Samaniego defends the IPS Board, and internal audit contradicts allegations against Banco Atlas
Senator Lilian Samaniego defended the continued tenure of the IPS Board of Directors, while an internal audit contradicted the allegation of financial damage to Banco Atlas in the trust fund case.
ANDE seizes cryptocurrency mining machines in illegal connection in Paraguay
ANDE, Paraguay's state electricity utility, seized nine cryptocurrency mining machines from an illegal power connection in Ciudad del Este during an operation investigating the irregular use of electricity.
Joshua Duerksen wins F2 sprint race at Spa-Francorchamps and climbs the championship standings
Joshua Duerksen won the Formula 2 sprint race at Spa-Francorchamps, moving up to 10th place in the championship.
IPS begins ultrasound marathons to reduce waiting list at Ingavi hospital
IPS began holding Saturday ultrasound marathons to reduce the waiting list and bring forward to this year appointments that were only scheduled for December, January, and February.
Paraguay and the United States strengthen cooperation against antisemitism in Washington
Paraguayan Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano and U.S. Special Envoy Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun reinforced bilateral cooperation against antisemitism during a meeting in Washington, agreeing to strengthen actions and explore joint academic initiatives.
Foreign residents in Paraguay are entitled to an old-age pension
Foreign residents in Paraguay are entitled to an old-age pension starting at age 65, provided they can prove at least 30 years of permanent residency in the country and meet requirements such as not receiving other salaries and not owning more than 30 head of cattle.
Census shows Asunción is the city losing the most inhabitants in Paraguay
The 2022 Census reveals that Asunción is the city losing the most inhabitants in Paraguay, with an intense migratory flow to the Central department, redrawing
Three generations of Paraguayan dancers die in bus accident in Santa Catarina
Three generations of a Paraguayan family, members of a dance academy that had won an international competition in Gramado, were killed and dozens injured when the bus bringing them back to Paraguay overturned in Santa Catarina, prompting the Paraguayan government to declare a period of mourning and mobilize assistance.
Forensic report points to weak concrete and unauthorized expansions as causes of building collapse in Encarnación
A technical report from the School of Engineering of the National University of Asunción (FIUNA) has identified low-resistance concrete and expansions without adequate reinforcements as the causes of the building collapse in Encarnación, which killed Monserrat Brítez and her grandmother in April 2025.
Spanish Ambassador Highlights 150,000 Paraguayans in Spain and Trade Agreement with EU
Spanish Ambassador Javier Parrondo highlighted the 150,000 Paraguayans residing in Spain and projected that the trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur will significantly boost bilateral economic relations.
The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) admits difficulty in identifying all teachers with fake degrees following fraud
The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) of Paraguay admits it is extremely difficult to identify all teachers with fake degrees after discovering that 550 user codes were used to carry out 130,000 irregular actions in the academic document registration system, with a formal complaint focusing on 330 suspicious titles.
Farmer threatens to kill invaders after 50 ignored complaints in Guairá
A farmer threatened to kill trespassers after around 50 ignored complaints about the destruction of his crops, in a long-standing conflict in the rural area that also involves accusations of environmental damage and mutual aggression between the parties.
Paraguay Pharmacies Challenge Bill Mandating Free Health Services
The Paraguayan pharmaceutical sector is challenging a bill that would require pharmacies to provide free basic health services, arguing that it imposes excessive operational costs and transfers a constitutional responsibility of the State to the private sector.
Prosecutor orders arrest of eight police officers for death of young man in Alberdi
The prosecutor ordered the preventive detention of eight tactical police officers for the shooting death of a 22-year-old young man who disobeyed a stop order in Alberdi, following a protest for justice held by family members and local residents.
Study Points to Sale of Courses and Promotions Within Paraguay's National Police
A seven-year ethnographic study has identified alleged networks for the sale of courses, certificates, and promotions within the National Police of Paraguay, where training and promotion processes would be transformed into economic transactions.
The Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) identifies 13 officials in scheme of irregularities with diplomas in Paraguay
The Paraguayan Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC) has identified 13 public servants involved in irregularities within the diploma system, with 130,000 suspicious actions and 283 employees under investigation, while the Senate expands its inquiry to include 20 educational institutions, including the Universidad Sudamericana.
Paraguay and Meta launch MAFE Alert to search for missing persons via social media
Paraguay and Meta officially launch the MAFE Alert system, which uses Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger to notify users within a 160-kilometer radius and expedite the search for missing children and adolescents.
Public Prosecutor's Office investigates over 300 fake degrees in Paraguay's Ministry of Education
The prosecutor is investigating a scheme of fake diplomas within Paraguay's Ministry of Education, with over 300 documents identified, suspected sabotage of the system, and 17 higher education institutions under review by the National Council of Higher Education.
Spanish tourist surprised by yacarés at Laguna de Itá
The TikTok video shows a Spanish visitor reacting to yacarés at Laguna de Itá.