More than five million eligible voters will choose mayors and municipal boards in 263 districts on Sunday. The electoral authority has also said it plans to publish a non-voter list afterward; appearing on that list is not the same as receiving a final fine.
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https://www.lanacion.com.py/Foxconn has expressed genuine interest in exploring investment in artificial intelligence in Paraguay, combining Taiwanese technology and expertise with the country’s natural resources and young talent, Taiwan’s embassy said.
An MOPC account reportedly attributed statements on possible regulatory changes, long-term policy and mineral resources Paraguay could exploit to Deputy Minister Mauricio Bejarano.
Health surveillance reported no confirmed dengue cases, outbreaks or deaths during the latest three-week period. Suspected-case notifications nevertheless increased in ten regions, including Asunción.
The OAS approved a resolution urging Nicaraguan authorities to create conditions for free, fair and inclusive elections. Paraguayan Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano was elected by acclamation to preside over the meeting in Washington.
Attendance fell from 32 to 19 as Rafael Filizzola sought reconsideration; Dionisio Amarilla defends the declaration concerning the court’s delay.
A later report says Aldair Ovelar was expelled and handed over to Brazil’s Federal Police. Initial reports had described arrangements for his return as pending.
Paraguay is participating in the Latin American Reserve Fund’s Lúmina project alongside Chile, Colombia, Peru and Uruguay. The initiative aims to make international transfers as straightforward as domestic payments.
Electoral officials explain how nonvoters will be identified and discuss justifications and collection. Voters can check their polling place on the TSJE portal and should bring their physical identity card, even if it has expired.
Paraguayan anti-drug chief Jalil Rachid wants to identify possible local connections following operations in Bolivia. Bolivia’s government accuses the attorney general of leading an organization that allegedly protected drug trafficking; the accusation is not a conviction.
Fitch kept Paraguay’s sovereign rating at BB+ with a positive outlook, citing about $1.3 billion in payment delays to suppliers and fiscal uncertainty as obstacles to investment grade.
A storm bringing rain and hail hit four Paraguayan departments, damaging homes and rural facilities and prompting a warning of further severe storms.
The Paraguayan Chaco must launch power generation, transmission and distribution projects within five years to avoid supply constraints, warns Cavialpa president Paul Sarubbi.
The removal of a 14-kilogram liposarcoma at the IPS Regional Hospital in Ciudad del Este shows that complex surgery can be performed locally, serving patients in Alto Paraná without requiring travel to Asunción.
Paraguay’s business mission to the United States secured more than $1 billion in investments, including $700 million for an events center in Asunción and $200 million for the forestry sector.
Soledad Núñez accused Luis Bello of advancing a new collective agreement on the eve of the election and said in an interview with ABC TV that about 93% of Asunción’s resources go to operating expenses.
The Banco Atlas–Conmebol case has been stalled since April while the court considers a recusal. The Senate approved a statement expressing concern about the delay and, in a separate vote, requested information from MITIC about the Paraguay Gigante campaign.
Hospital de Trauma workers are seeking a law specifically for the institution and salary increases in the 2027 budget, as well as permanent status for 42 contract workers and an incentive retirement plan for 10 employees.
The Paraguayan victory at Boquerón 94 years ago paved the way for the Chaco campaign and inspired works of music, literature, visual art and comics.
A UIP mission to Curitiba on October 21 will bring together at least 30 Paraguayan companies for meetings and business discussions. Martín Ruiz said that more than 60% of Paraguayan exports under the maquila regime go to Brazil and linked Brazilian businesspeople’s interest in investing in Paraguay to the pursuit of competitiveness amid the growing presence of Chinese products and investment in Brazil.
Organizer José Ocampos announced a public forum on Taiwan for September 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Catholic University of Asunción. Taiwan’s ambassador, Iván Yueh-Jung Lee, is expected to attend, according to the announcement.
During the UN General Assembly in New York, Santiago Peña met with the U.S. Southern Command chief to assess joint efforts against narcoterrorism and defense cooperation. The president also reaffirmed Paraguay’s participation in the A3C and took part in security meetings and an investment agenda that included a US$200 million forestry project announcement.
Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) warned producers that temperatures could reach 43 °C in the Chaco between Saturday and Monday and recommended protecting crops and animals. Forecasts published by La Nación and El Nacional point to intense heat and possible isolated showers, and advise staying hydrated, avoiding peak sun hours and using sunscreen.
During a surprise ‘Taguato’ visit to San Lorenzo General Hospital, Paraguay’s health minister, Isaías Fretes, pointed to staff shortages and laboratory problems, toured services including diagnostic imaging, and advocated protocols and audits to reduce unnecessary tests.