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Asunción To Host First Paraguay Banking Convention In 2025
Scheduled for 7 and 8 August, the Paraguayan Banking Association (Asoban) is preparing to host a landmark event for the country’s financial sector: the inaugural Paraguay Banking Convention 2025. The convention seeks to become a permanent space...

Paraguay promoted as tourism destination for Bolivian travelers
Tuesday, July 1st 2025 - 07:00 UTC The Asunción-Santa Cruz air route is operated by both Paranair and Boliviaana de Aviación (BoA) Officials of Paraguay’s National Secretariat of Tourism (Senatur) conducted a trade mission in Santa Cruz, Bolivia,...

From South Korea to Paraguay: A Woman’s Journey To Elevate Coffee Standards
‘Road to Asu Coffee Fest’ is a five-part storytelling series by The Ascunción Times, leading up to the lively Asu Coffee Fest, Paraguay’s premier coffee celebration on July 12 and 13 2025. Guided by Sol and Diego, two passionate coffee enthusiasts...

Paraguay receives four Super Tucanos
Embraer has delivered four A-29 Super Tucanos to the Paraguayan air force at a ceremony at an air base near Asuncion. “The arrival of these aircraft represents much more than a logistical addition: it is a firm step towards the modernization of...

Paraguay takes delivery of first four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer
The Paraguayan Air Force has officially received four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and training aircraft from Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer, marking the country’s most significant defence acquisition in nearly four decades. The...

US$9B Sustainable Investment Portfolio Unveiled At EU-Paraguay Investment Forum
Paraguay made a significant leap forward in establishing a sustainable development model by unveiling a portfolio of over 120 projects, representing investments surpassing US$9 billion, at the European Union–Paraguay 2025 Investment Forum....

Step Into The Heights: Trekking And Hiking Adventures In Paraguay
Often mistaken for flat plains, Paraguay reveals surprising natural beauty and elevation. This hidden South American gem is emerging as a must-visit destination for nature lovers, and adventure seekers. Its underexplored geography includes...

New Japanese Equipment To Elevate Paraguay’s Meat Safety Standards
The Japanese government has donated a whopping US$2.4 million in cutting-edge laboratory equipment to Paraguay’s National Animal Health and Quality Service (Senacsa) as part of the 2025 Economic and Social Development Program. The donation of...

Paraguay Showcases Agro-Food Products at Food Taipei 2025
Paraguayan agro-food producers are actively showcasing their top-quality products at Food Taipei 2025, one of Asia’s leading food trade fairs. At the Food Taipei Mega Shows, companies from Paraguay are presenting a strong export offer, aiming to...

Paraguay’s growing pork industry looks to expand in Asia
Paraguay has been known for many years solely as an agricultural country, with soybeans as its leading product, and, to a lesser extent, as a cattle-raising country with beef production. The country is currently positioning itself on the global...

Embraer delivers four A-29 Super Tucano to the Paraguay
Embraer (NYSE: ERJ/B3: EMBR3), one of the global leaders in the aerospace industry, today delivered four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Paraguayan Air Force. The ceremony, held at the Silvio Pettirossi Air Force Base near the capital, Asunción,...

Inside Paraguay’s Forestry Boom: How Exports Hit Historic Highs In 2025
Paraguay’s forestry exports have reached historic highs in 2025, particularly in the plywood segment. Key markets, including the United States, China, Germany, and Portugal, reflect the country’s impressive market diversification and sustained...

Paraguay’s New Payment Law Opens Door To PayPal, And Other Payment Providers
Paraguay’s Chamber of Deputies has approved transformative legislation that gives the Central Bank authority to lead a payment revolution. The new law aims to break up market concentration, and welcome international operators such as PayPal. The...

Bringing A Slice of Mexico To Asunción: Chulada La Taquería
Walk down Avenida General Máximo Santos in Asunción, and the unmistakable aroma of freshly grilled meats, slow-cooked beans, and handmade tortillas drifts from an open kitchen. Follow the scent, and appetite alone becomes enough reason to step...

IMF okays Paraguay's performance but raises concerns here and there
Monday, June 30th 2025 - 10:18 UTC Paraguay's monetary policy should continue to be data-driven, the IMF suggested The International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved Paraguay's fifth review of the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) and third review...

Paraguay takes steps towards airport security improvement
Friday, June 27th 2025 - 10:29 UTC The agreement is expected to bring on an improved prevention and control of threats Paraguay has implemented the API/PNR (Advance Passenger Information/Passenger Name Record) system to enhance airport immigration...

Mercosur and EFTA finalize free trade agreement
Mercosur, South America's leading trade bloc, and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have finalized a trade agreement. EFTA includes Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland, while Mercosur consists of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay,...

Historic Home In Asunción Restored As Cultural Tribute To Serafina Dávalos
A landmark building in downtown Asunción, once home to one of Paraguay’s most important feminist pioneers, Serafina Dávalos, will soon be restored and repurposed. It will turn into a public institution and cultural center under a new agreement...

Paraguay Welcomes Europe: EU Investment Forum Paraguay 2025 Sparks New Partnership
The European Union Delegation in Paraguay, in collaboration with the Investment and Export Network (REDIEX) of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC), hosted the European Investment Forum Paraguay 2025 at the Institute of the Central Bank of...

MERCOSUR-EFTA pact to unlock 97% export market access
The Signatory State Parties of MERCOSUR (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) have announced the conclusion of the negotiations of a Free...