Latest news in Paraguay? September 10th, 2026
10-09-2026
Key developments and headlines in Paraguay around September 10, 2026:
- Public Sector Strikes & Labor Disputes: Tensions are escalating over the 2027 national budget debates. Public school teachers (led by the Federation of Educators of Paraguay) announced a nationwide strike set for September 17–18, demanding an 8% salary hike and increased education funding. Simultaneously, the National Medical Union (Sinamed) announced a 48-hour national doctors’ strike scheduled for September 21–22 after talks with Congress failed to reach an agreement regarding wage scales and hospital resources. teleSUR English+ 2
- Industrial & Economic Growth: The Ministry of Industry and Commerce reported an ongoing industrial boom, highlighting a 26% year-on-year expansion in manufacturing. The government is actively courting international large-scale investment projects valued between $500 million and $1 billion to capitalize on favorable economic momentum. The Asunción Times+ 1
- Forestry & Trade: The Paraguayan Federation of Lumbermen launched Expo Madera 2026 in Asunción, highlighting the expanding forestry sector and positioning Paraguay to attract global investments in sustainable timber and pulp industries. The Asunción Times
- Weather & Environment: The National Directorate of Meteorology issued alerts for widespread atmospheric instability, with persistent rain, storms, and severe weather warnings across multiple departments extending through the end of the week. El Independiente -Py