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Santiago Peña administration in Paraguay

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President Santiago Peña’s third year in office has been characterized by a tension between social unrest and economic initiatives. In August, the administration faced protests in Asunción from labor unions and peasant organizations using the slogan ‘Paraguay duele’ (Paraguay hurts) to denounce living conditions. In response, Peña highlighted social programs such as ‘Hambre Cero’ (Zero Hunger), which provides meals to over 1,050,000 schoolchildren, and the ‘Che Róga Porã’ housing program. By September, the administration’s focus shifted toward agricultural economic growth with growth. During the launch official opening of the 2026/27 soybean campaign. While campaign in Caaguazú, organized by the Association of Soybean, Oilseed and Cereal Producers of Paraguay (APS), Peña emphasized legal security a strategic shift toward direct international trade to capture higher prices and market expansion, industry leaders from reduce reliance on large commercial intermediaries. He advocated for infrastructure improvements, such as the Paraguayan Association of Soy, Oilseeds, Bioceanic Corridor, to facilitate exports, particularly to Asian markets, and Cereals (APS) raised concerns regarding potential new taxes that could impact competitiveness. expressed interest in expanding the organic farming sector. In a separate diplomatic development, the Senate unanimously approved Estefanía Laterza de los Ríos as Paraguay’s Ambassador to the United States. Her agenda in Washington is expected to focus on attracting investment, strengthening trade, and diversifying markets. Throughout his agricultural tour, Peña addressed continued to address political opposition during this period by challenging critics to compete in future elections.

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