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Representatives from the Paraguayan Chamber of Exporters and Marketers of Cereals and Oilseeds (Capeco) met with the Taiwan Vegetable Oil Manufacturers Association (TVOA) to restart soybean shipments, which have been suspended since 2015. The meeting took place during the Taiwan–Paraguay 2026 Strategic Industries Mission in May and raises the possibility of an initial operation later this year.
taiwanhugo-pastoresantiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña and Interior Minister Enrique Riera toured the future ministry premises at the Government Workshops complex, built on the site of the former Port of Asunción. Peña highlighted that modern spaces improve the state's operational capacity and the quality of service to the public.
santiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña stated that Paraguay is no longer the best-kept secret and is advancing a global insertion strategy focused on Asia, driven by the Bioceanic Corridor and new trade openings, such as the elimination of tariffs for pork and poultry meat in Taiwan.
santiago-penaasiaThe Chamber of Commerce and Services of Ciudad del Este sent a letter to President Santiago Peña requesting the full opening of the Puente de la Integración as of July 1, 2026, amid the impasse in negotiations with Brazil, which maintains restrictions on light vehicle traffic.
puente-de-la-integracionciudad-del-estesantiago-penaFrente Guasu released a statement on Wednesday accusing the government of Santiago Peña of 'surrendering the national future' by maintaining diplomatic relations with Taiwan and alignment with the United States, while the rest of South America already recognizes mainland China. The leftist coalition calls for a review of foreign policy to avoid commercial and diplomatic isolation.
frente-guasusantiago-penataiwanchinapolitica-externaPresident Santiago Peña enacted Decree No. 6034, regulating Law No. 7599, creating the operational framework for solar, wind, biogas, and other non-hydraulic renewable energy projects, focusing on self-generation and sale of surplus to the national system.
andesantiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña traveled to Taiwan with 50 business leaders to strengthen commercial and political ties, at the same time Donald Trump and Xi Jinping discussed the island's future in Beijing. Paraguay, the only South American country with full relations with Taiwan, sees its position gain strategic weight amid tensions between the powers.
taiwansantiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña and Public Works Minister Claudia Centurión inspected the works on Avenida Avelino Martínez in San Lorenzo and defended the structural intervention amid criticism over the high cost, which reaches US$ 6.6 million per kilometer.
avenida-avelino-martinezsantiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña visited the restoration works of Avelino Martínez Avenue in San Lorenzo alongside Mayor Felipe Salomón and Senator Óscar Salomón, a gesture of political backing during the electoral pre-campaign. The project, executed by EDB Construções, had a final cost of G. 242.7 billion, with an overrun of G. 87.6 billion, justified by the Ministry of Public Works as price updates and work complexity. The visit occurs amid a strong internal dispute in the ANR, where Salomón seeks reelection against Édgar López, supported by Horacio Cartes. Engineer Enrique Díaz Benza, owner of the construction company, suggested renaming the avenue to General Andrés Rodríguez, but Peña said the decision lies with the population.
santiago-penafelipe-salomonsan-lorenzoPresident Santiago Peña and Vice President Pedro Alliana have asked Horacio Cartes to consider a new candidacy for the presidency of the Colorado Party in 2028, according to the general agent of the ANR, Eduardo González Báez. The request was made during a meeting of the Honor Colorado Command at the former president's residence.
horacio-cartessantiago-penapedro-allianahonor-coloradoanrPresident Santiago Peña refused to comment on the departure of former Colorado senators Erico Galeano and Hernán Rivas, both involved in serious judicial scandals, as the government tries to contain political damage. At an event in Presidente Hayes, Peña preferred to address the controversy over the military parade and the critical situation of the Social Security Institute (IPS).
santiago-penaerico-galeanohernan-rivasipsAmid the geopolitical dispute between China, Taiwan, and the United States, Paraguay has become a stage for intense diplomatic and economic pressure. Businesspeople, legislators, and political sectors push for a potential shift in relations toward Beijing, while Taiwan tries to maintain the historic alliance.
lobby-chinestaiwanchinasantiago-penaPresident Santiago Peña is accused of denying ties to a digital communicator who received an official credential, while allegations of a smear campaign against government critics grow. The head of Mitic is pressured to resign for allegedly concealing data, and Conmebol president Alejandro Domínguez faces corruption accusations from the United States.
santiago-penamiticconmebolPresident Santiago Peña acknowledged that the monthly deficit of the Social Insurance Institute (IPS) exceeds US$ 20 million and suggested increasing revenue, reducing evasion, and improving spending efficiency, while IPS President Isaías Fretes announces cuts to obsolete medications and administrative reorganization.
ipssantiago-penaisaias-fretesPresident Santiago Peña called for judicial cases involving legislators to be treated with the same criteria, regardless of party, while commenting on the situations of former senators Erico Galeano and Hernán Rivas. He also supported the work of ANEAES in reviewing university degrees.
santiago-penaerico-galeanohernan-rivasPresident Santiago Peña stated that Horacio Cartes will be the ANR presidential candidate in 2027, highlighting his recovery and energy. Peña asked Cartes to continue leading the party, calling him fundamental support of the government.
horacio-cartessantiago-penaanrPresident Santiago Peña acknowledged knowing Juan Roberto 'Jimmy' Villaverde, identified as an operator of a network of pages that attack journalists and opponents, but denied that he works for the government or has an office at Mburuvicha Róga. Public records show Villaverde managed Peña and Alliana's social media during the campaign and held public positions.
santiago-penadespierta-paraguaycomunikPresident Santiago Peña, during an event in San Lorenzo, asked the media to treat corruption cases involving opposition members and those of fellow Colorado Party members, such as Erico Galeano and Hernán Rivas, with the same rigor. Peña avoided detailing the proceedings and highlighted the role of ANEAES in controlling university degrees.
santiago-penaerico-galeanohernan-rivashonor-coloradoPresident Santiago Peña and Minister Claudia Centurión inspected the stormwater drainage and recovery works on Avenida Avelino Martínez in San Lorenzo, aimed at solving structural and flooding problems after more than 40 years without a comprehensive intervention.
santiago-penaclaudia-centurionavenida-avelino-martinezsan-lorenzoPresident Santiago Peña's visit to Taiwan rekindled diplomatic tensions with China, which intensified criticism and pressure. For analyst Julieta Heduvan, the country has gained strategic weight but faces risks and opportunities.
taiwanchinasantiago-penageopoliticaParaguay's Minister of Interior, Enrique Riera, denied rumors that he would return to the Senate, stating that President Santiago Peña asked him to remain in office. Riera also commented on the upcoming internal municipal elections and the ministry's stance of party neutrality.
enrique-rierasantiago-penahonor-coloradoParaguay's ambassador to the US, Gustavo Leite, disclosed that the government offered American Airlines $5 million in subsidies for the Asunción-Miami route, a deal that fell through. After a subsequent agreement with GOL also stalled, Senator Rafael Filizzola accused President Peña and Leite of secret negotiations, while Dinac denied having budget authority for such payments.
gustavo-leitesantiago-penadinacamerican-airlinesPresident 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.
independencesantiago-penamay-14215-yearsPresident Santiago Peña, speaking after Paraguay's Independence Day Tedeum, touted the country's economic growth but lamented that it is more recognized internationally than domestically. He acknowledged pending work on transparency, job creation, and investment, and reiterated that a tax reform will not occur during his term.
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