Paraguay

Third-place finisher in Paraguay’s presidential election arrested
Paraguayo Cubas Colomés was broadcasting on Facebook Live when he was detained for allegedly ‘breaching the peace’.
Published On 5 May 2023
Paraguay president-elect says will strengthen ties with Taiwan
Relations with the island loomed large in the election, after other countries in Latin America moved to cut ties.
Published On 5 May 2023
Amid protests, authorities uphold legitimacy of Paraguay election
The Organization of American States, as well as Paraguay officials, have affirmed the legitimacy of Sunday’s vote.
Published On 3 May 2023
Who is Paraguay’s president-elect, Santiago Pena?
Pena, candidate of right-wing Colorado Party and former IMF economist, defeated centre-left challenger Efrain Alegre.
Published On 1 May 2023

Pena’s conservative Colorado Party was facing a tough challenge from the left over corruption, and poverty.

Ruling Colorado Party’s Santiago Pena takes on political veteran Efrain Alegre in presidential race.

Paraguay’s presidential election features opposing views over whether to maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan.

Paraguay’s ex-president and current vice president are under investigation for alleged corruption – charges they deny.

China has stepped up pressure on Taiwan since Tsai Ing-wen was first elected president of the self-ruled island in 2016.

South American nations to compete against joint bid by Spain, Portugal and Ukraine to host tournament in its 100th year.

US State Department seeks information leading to arrest or conviction of those involved in Marcelo Pecci assassination.

Hugo Velazquez reverses decision to resign after US last week accused him of involvement in ‘significant’ corruption.

Hugo Velazquez Moreno has said he will resign and end his plans to run for president, but will fight the accusations.

Washington accuses former president of obstructing a ‘major international investigation into transnational crime’.

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