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Salario Mínimo Legal

Sueldo básico legal en Paraguay, actualmente en G. 2.899.048.

Society · May 18, 2026, 7:00 AM MIC Minister Argues Any Change to Minimum Wage Formula Should Only Apply from 2027

Amid the debate over the adjustment of the legal minimum wage (SML) in Paraguay, the Minister of Industry and Commerce, Marco Riquelme, suggested that any change to the calculation formula should only be applied next year, so as not to surprise businesses. The National Council of Minimum Wages (Conasam) will meet again this Wednesday.

Agriculture · May 17, 2026, 8:00 AM Uneven growth marks first four months of 2026 in Paraguay

Despite positive macroeconomic indicators, sectoral growth is uneven, with agro-exports and trade leading, while industry and construction advance slowly. The exchange rate and a possible minimum wage increase generate tensions.

Politics · May 16, 2026, 5:35 AM Minimum Wage in Paraguay: Impasse Between Employers and Workers Over Adjustment

The National Minimum Wage Council (Conasam) faces an impasse over the minimum wage adjustment, with employers advocating strict application of the law based on the CPI and workers demanding a 22% increase. The government is considering modernizing the basic basket, while unions accuse the Central Bank of manipulating inflation.