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Security & Justice · May 14, 2026, 8:00 AM

Lawyer Jorge Rolón Luna Calls Paraguay’s Justice System ‘Incorrigible’ After Aldo Cantero Shortlist

Lawyer and former electoral judge Jorge Rolón Luna harshly criticized the Paraguayan justice system, calling it 'incorrigible' after Aldo Cantero was included in a shortlist for a criminal court judge position in Asunción. Rolón Luna, who has previously denounced criminal structures within the judiciary, pointed to Cantero’s career and a domestic violence complaint against him as reasons for concern.

Society · May 14, 2026, 8:00 AM

Senator Admits Political Parties Control Judicial Candidate Selection in Paraguay

Senator Édgar López acknowledged that political parties negotiate and control the selection of judges, prosecutors, and appellate judges in Paraguay's Consejo de la Magistratura, undermining merit-based appointments.

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Agriculture · May 14, 2026, 7:00 AM

Paraguay's Exports Surge 14.6% to Over $6.2 Billion in First Four Months

Paraguay's total exports reached $6.2059 billion in the first four months of 2026, a 14.6% increase year-on-year, driven by strong growth in primary products and industrial manufactures, while beef exports declined.

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Culture · May 14, 2026, 4:00 AM

Coomecipar Hosts Gala Concert Honoring Mothers and Nation at Paraguay’s Central Bank Theater

Coomecipar organized a gala concert titled “Homenaje a la Madre y a la Patria” at the Teatro Lírico del Banco Central del Paraguay, featuring performances by Susana Zaldívar, Alcides Ovelar, Andantinos, Karai Tereré, and Los Alfonso. The event celebrated Paraguayan identity and the role of mothers, drawing a family audience.

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World · May 14, 2026, 1:03 AM

Paraguayan National Team Between Optimism and Concern One Month Before the World Cup

One month before the 2026 World Cup, Paraguay celebrates Diego Gómez's confidence in his squad but worries about Omar Alderete's injury in the Premier League.

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Security & Justice · May 13, 2026, 9:34 PM

Paraguay’s Independence Day Military Parade to Feature US-Donated Patrol Boats and Brazilian Super Tucano Aircraft

Paraguay’s Independence Day military parade on Thursday will showcase five US-donated Safe Boat patrol boats and four Brazilian Super Tucano aircraft, among other equipment. The parade will feature a reduced contingent of 3,000 troops due to security operations against the EPP, according to Defense Minister Óscar González.

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Security & Justice · May 13, 2026, 9:00 PM

Ex-Deputy Orlando Arévalo Skips Testimony in G. 130 Million Fraud Case

Former Paraguayan deputy and ex-president of the Magistrates' Impeachment Jury (JEM), Orlando Arévalo, suspended his scheduled testimony before prosecutor Eugenio Ocampos in a fraud investigation involving G. 130 million. His defense requested the case file, and a new date will be set.

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Health · May 13, 2026, 7:51 PM

Paraguay reaches 89% measles vaccination coverage, says Health Ministry

Paraguay's Ministry of Health reports that measles vaccination coverage has reached 89% nationwide, with 421,203 children vaccinated so far, according to Unicanal.

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Society · May 13, 2026, 6:22 PM

Paraguay Attorney General Seeks Budget Doubling to Reach 700 Prosecutors

Paraguay's Attorney General Emiliano Rolón Fernández appeared before the Chamber of Deputies to request a budget increase to double the number of prosecutors from 350 to 700, citing insufficient resources to meet citizen demand. The request comes after the Senate approved only a fraction of the needed funds.

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Infrastructure · May 13, 2026, 5:30 PM

Paraguay advances on commuter rail and health debt payments

The MOPC clarifies that the first stage of the commuter train from Asunción to Luque will cost US$400-450 million, contradicting earlier Fepasa statements. Meanwhile, the Health Ministry has disbursed US$100 million to suppliers as part of a broader debt payment plan.

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Security & Justice · May 13, 2026, 5:05 PM

Paraguay Attorney General Calls University Coordinator Listing a 'Printing Error'

Emiliano Rolón, Paraguay's attorney general, told lawmakers that his CV erroneously listed him as coordinator of Universidad Sudamericana due to a transcription and printing mistake. He acknowledged teaching there in 2013 but denied any directorial role.

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Politics · May 13, 2026, 4:40 PM

Leite Reveals $5M Subsidy Offer to American Airlines as GOL Route Postponement Sparks Political Firestorm

Paraguay'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.

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