Latest news in Paraguay? September 11th, 2026

Here are key news developments concerning Paraguay around September 11, 2026:

• Environmental Scrutiny on Exports: An investigation published by Global Witness revealed that major UK retail chains have been selling barbecue charcoal traced to deforestation in Paraguay’s Gran Chaco. The report highlighted gaps in supply chain monitoring and raised fresh scrutiny over environmental compliance as Paraguay continues to push for broader European trade ties and the advancement of the EU–Mercosur agreement. bdnews24.com+ 1
• Industrial & Economic Momentum: Following National Industry Day announcements, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce reported a 26% year-on-year expansion in domestic manufacturing output. The government noted that the sector now supports approximately 350,000 jobs, with ongoing efforts targeting between $500 million and $1 billion in incoming industrial investments, contingent on infrastructure and energy grid upgrades. The Asunción Times+ 1
• Public Health Implementation: Paraguay’s Ministry of Public Health launched a unified national registry for adult cancer patients aimed at improving the allocation, distribution, and planning of specialized oncological treatments across the public healthcare network.
• Education Protests: Public school communities in Santa Rosa del Aguaray (San Pedro Department) staged demonstrations and school closures, calling for urgent action from the Ministry of Education regarding infrastructure repairs and the coverage of unfilled teaching posts.