What are the latest news in Paraguay?
- U.S. Beef Tariff Waivers: Paraguay and Brazil have emerged as primary beneficiaries of a temporary U.S. tariff waiver on up to 300,000 tonnes of lean beef trimmings, offering a boost to Paraguayan livestock exporters. MercoPress———
- IMF Article IV Consultation: The International Monetary Fund concluded its 2026 economic consultation, highlighting strong macroeconomic resilience with projected GDP growth of 4.4% for 2026, alongside notable appreciation of the Paraguayan guaranà and moderating inflation. -International Monetary Fund——–
- Mercosur Diplomacy: President Santiago Peña reaffirmed the stability and ongoing operations of Mercosur despite political friction between Argentina and Brazil, following regional summits focused on coordinating anti-organized-crime security frameworks.- MercoPress———
- Tax Modernization and Fiscal Reforms: Paraguay’s tax authority reported adding over 270,000 registered taxpayers since 2023, generating a revenue boost of approximately $1.5 billion through expanded digitalization and formalization efforts. -The Asunción Times——–
- Bilateral Relations with Brazil: Paraguay’s Congress formally rejected historical remarks by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva regarding the War of the Triple Alliance, sparking bilateral diplomatic dialogue over defense rhetoric.- MercoPress———