AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaquila Momentum: Paraguay’s maquila sector has crossed US$1 billion in cumulative exports in 2026 (US$1.01bn after an August monthly record of about US$150m), up 26% so far this year, and now accounts for 69% of industrial exports—supporting around 40,000 jobs. Diplomatic Reset: Paraguay and Venezuela have launched a “new phase” in relations after President Santiago Peña’s Caracas visit, agreeing to expand trade, energy cooperation, consular support, and joint action against transnational organized crime. HIV Prevention Access: PAHO and Gilead announced a new route to procure lenacapavir for HIV prevention via PAHO’s Regional Revolving Funds, including Paraguay, to widen twice-yearly PrEP options across 14 countries. Youth Pressure Points: Paraguay’s Youth Day data shows 14.4% of youth (15-29) live in poverty, only 24.9% have health insurance, and 52.6% of ages 15-24 remain in formal education—while the government expands scholarships and training. Food & Trade Watch: Switzerland suspended Brazilian meat imports over antibiotic-use compliance concerns, adding pressure to Mercosur-EU trade talks that include Paraguay. Local Business Spotlight: Asunción coffee shop Kaffe’i keeps its regional momentum, ranking among South America’s 100 best coffee shops for a second straight year.
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