AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMercosur Push in Switzerland: Switzerland’s lower house approved the EFTA-Mercosur trade deal, after adding CHF 517 million (about $631m) in support for Swiss farmers; the pact is likely headed to a referendum under the country’s direct democracy rules. Paraguay Spotlight in Health: Gilead and PAHO announced a milestone partnership to expand access to twice-yearly lenacapavir for HIV prevention (PrEP) across Latin America and the Caribbean, including Paraguay. El Niño Impacts on Paraguay-Brazil Water: Itaipú began controlled spillway openings for 10 days after El Niño rains raised Paraná River levels, aiming to protect infrastructure and reduce flood risk for Paraguay’s border cities. Local Community Health Drive: A bone marrow donor registration drive will run in Asunción and Mariano Roque Alonso on Sept. 19, using buccal swabs to help patients find compatible donors. Science & Culture: Paraguay’s MuCi Science Museum was named a finalist in three categories for the ICOM COMMS Awards 2026, highlighting its science communication projects. Relocation Interest: Paraguay ranked second in South America in the 2026 Global Relocation Index, boosting attention on its affordability and residency options.
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