AGP Executive Report

Defense & Aerospace: Paraguay is weighing a deal for Taiwan’s retired F-5E/F Tiger II fighters and AIDC AT-3 trainers to rebuild supersonic air defense, but the move would require major radar upgrades, logistics, and higher flight-hour budgets. Energy Policy: Government proposals aim to overhaul Paraguay’s energy sector with a new ministry structure, signaling a push to reshape how power is planned and regulated. Infrastructure & Construction: Construction has begun on a new viaduct connecting Asunción and Luque, adding momentum to urban mobility and industrial access. Agribusiness & Climate Risk: El Niño forecasts point to shifting impacts on crops and trade networks, with Paraguay likely watching regional supply and price effects closely. Logistics & Trade: Heavy Lift Group members highlight how volatile geopolitics and supply-chain shocks are forcing more flexible project logistics terms. Mobility Finance: Naran secured $10M to expand rent-to-own vehicle financing across Latin America and Africa—an approach that could support driver livelihoods and fleet growth. Cultural Heritage: Five historic murals at the Port of Asunción are undergoing restoration under the “Asunción 500 Años” initiative.

Energy Sector Overhaul: Paraguay’s government plans to send two bills to Congress to restructure the electricity sector, including creating a new Ministry of Mines and Energy and an independent electricity-market regulator, with texts opened for specialist review before submission. Infrastructure & Heritage: Work continues at Asunción Port as five historic murals in the Cultural Centre of the Port undergo restoration under the “Asunción 500 Años” initiative, while La Recova vendors temporarily relocate to the port cultural center during restoration to keep artisan commerce running. Construction Watch: Construction has begun on a new viaduct connecting Asunción and Luque, a fresh push for regional connectivity. Industry & Logistics: The Heavy Lift Group highlights how project logistics contracts need flexibility for geopolitics, price swings, and disruptions—an issue that matters for Paraguay’s cross-border freight and heavy equipment projects. Hydropower Output: Itaipú’s 2025 production rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh for Brazil and Paraguay, reinforcing the energy backbone for industry.

Energy Policy: Paraguay’s government will send two bills to Congress to overhaul the electricity sector, including a new Ministry of Mines and Energy and an independent regulator for the power market. Infrastructure & Construction: Work has begun on a new viaduct connecting Asunción and Luque, adding to the push for faster urban mobility. Port & Heritage Revitalization: La Recova vendors are temporarily relocating to the Asunción Port Cultural Centre during restoration, keeping artisan commerce alive while the historic site is protected. Cultural Preservation: Five murals at the Cultural Centre of the Port of Asunción are undergoing a full restoration under the “Asunción 500 Años” initiative. Finance & Tech (Global, with Paraguay angle): HIVE Digital Technologies reported Q1 FY2027 results and highlighted growth across digital currency mining and HPC, while Taiwan ICDF reiterated plans including a Taiwan-Paraguay Sovereign AI Computing Center. Agriculture & Climate Risk: Coverage flags El Niño’s potential to disrupt global crops, with implications for regional food supply chains and planning.

Energy Sector Overhaul: Paraguay’s government will send two bills to Congress to reshape the electricity market, including a new Ministry of Mines and Energy and an independent regulator, with texts opened for specialist review before submission. Hydropower & Bitcoin: HIVE Digital Technologies is betting bigger on Paraguay’s hydroelectric surplus for Bitcoin mining, highlighting 300 MW across Yguazú and Valenzuela and a disciplined scaling plan under its new country site president. AI Infrastructure in the Region: RT-One became the first commercial customer of RAVEL and Strata Expanse’s AMPHIX AI Infrastructure Platform, aiming to certify enterprise AI stacks in production-grade Centers of Excellence across the Americas. Port Heritage & Commerce: La Recova vendors are temporarily relocating to the Asunción Port Cultural Centre during restoration works, keeping artisan sales active while the Tekorenda Programme protects the historic site. Construction for Trade & Commuters: Work has started on a new viaduct for the Las Residentas Road Corridor, designed to improve the Asunción–Luque connection and ease metropolitan traffic. Cultural Industry Spotlight: Five historic murals at the Cultural Centre of the Port of Asunción are being restored under the “Asunción 500 Años” initiative, reviving a key mid-century art landmark.

Energy Overhaul: Paraguay’s government will send two bills to Congress to restructure the electricity sector, including a new Ministry of Mines and Energy and an independent regulator, after talks with industry at the National Electricity Sector Roundtable. Infrastructure & Logistics: Construction has started on a new viaduct linking Asunción and Luque under the Las Residentas Road Corridor, with major beam assembly planned for Aug. 15–16 and related road diversions for stormwater works. Local Commerce & Heritage: La Recova vendors are temporarily relocating to the Asunción Port Cultural Centre during restoration, keeping artisan sales running while the Tekorenda Programme coordinates protection of historic heritage. Agri-Food & Climate Watch: Paraguay is preparing for El Niño, with meteorology officials warning of higher storm and flood risk from late August into 2027 and launching preventive measures like clearing waterways and flood simulations. Industry Finance (Bitcoin Mining): HIVE Digital Technologies reported Q1 FY2027 revenue of $79.1m and says it’s scaling hydro-powered operations in Paraguay, leveraging surplus electricity for mining expansion. Tech & AI Infrastructure: RT-One becomes the first AMPHIX commercial customer, aiming to validate enterprise AI infrastructure deployments before permanent production sites are built.

Energy Reform: Paraguay’s government plans to send two bills to Congress to overhaul the electricity sector, including a new Ministry of Mines and Energy and an independent electricity-market regulator, with texts opened for specialist review ahead of formal submission. Infrastructure & Logistics: Construction has started on a new viaduct connecting Asunción and Luque under the Las Residentas Road Corridor, with major beam assembly scheduled for Aug. 15–16 and related traffic diversions for stormwater drainage works. Local Commerce & Heritage: La Recova vendors are temporarily relocating to the Asunción Port Cultural Centre during restoration, keeping artisan sales running while the historic port landmark is refurbished. Food Industry & Culture: Paraguay marks National Chipa Day on Aug. 14, a legally set celebration tied to Law 5,267 of 2014, spotlighting chipa as a national identity staple. Tech & Energy for Industry: HIVE Digital Technologies reports Q1 FY2027 revenue of $79.1m and highlights its Paraguay hydropower-backed expansion, while TaiwanICDF points to a planned Taiwan-Paraguay Sovereign AI Computing Center. Climate Risk for Production: Paraguay is preparing for El Niño impacts expected from late August, with higher storm and flood risk driving preventive works nationwide.

Infrastructure & Transport: Construction has started on a new viaduct connecting Asunción and Luque as part of the Las Residentas Road Corridor, with longitudinal beams going in over Silvio Pettirossi Avenue and stormwater drainage works running on nearby routes. Energy & Tech Investment: HIVE Digital Technologies says it’s scaling hydro-powered Bitcoin mining in Paraguay (300 MW across Yguazú and Valenzuela) and will release Q1 FY2027 results on Aug. 14, with an earnings call Aug. 17. AI & Data Centers: RT-One becomes the first AMPHIX commercial customer, aiming to validate enterprise AI infrastructure before permanent production sites are built. Climate Risk for Industry: Paraguay is preparing for El Niño impacts expected from late August, including warmer winter conditions, stronger storms, and higher flood risk. Agri & Food Trade: Paraguay’s agrifood sector gets a boost in regional innovation as IICA selects 15 AgTech startups for Digital Agriculture Week, including Froniva (Paraguay). Local Culture & Food Identity: Paraguay marks National Chipa Day on Aug. 14, a civic celebration tied to 2014 legislation.

Infrastructure Update: Construction has started on the first spans of a new viaduct in Asunción’s Las Residentas Road Corridor, aimed at improving the link between Asunción and Luque, with beam assembly over Silvio Pettirossi Avenue scheduled for Aug. 15–16 and related stormwater works bringing diversions on General Elizardo Aquino Avenue from Aug. 10–30. Local Culture & Food: Asunción marks its 489th anniversary on Aug. 15 with parades, fairs, and live music, while Paraguay’s National Chipa Day falls on Aug. 14, celebrating the cassava-based staple as a national identity symbol under 2014 law. Energy & Industry: HIVE Digital Technologies is scaling hydro-powered Bitcoin mining in Paraguay, citing 300 MW across Yguazú and Valenzuela and planning further growth, while Taiwan’s ICDF highlights cooperation that includes a planned Taiwan-Paraguay Sovereign AI Computing Center. Agri-Trade Watch: Paraguay is also in the spotlight as El Niño risks could reshape regional weather and food-export conditions, with potential knock-on effects for farming and logistics.

Infrastructure & Transport: Construction has started on the first spans of a new viaduct for the Las Residentas Road Corridor, aimed at improving the Asunción–Luque link; beam assembly over Silvio Pettirossi avenue is set for Aug. 15–16, alongside related stormwater drainage diversions on General Elizardo Aquino Ave. Energy & Industry: HIVE Digital Technologies is scaling hydro-powered Bitcoin mining in Paraguay, citing 300 MW across Yguazú and Valenzuela, while also flagging upcoming fiscal Q1 2027 results (Aug. 14) and an earnings call (Aug. 17). Agri-Food & Climate Risk: Paraguay is bracing for El Niño impacts from late August, with warmer conditions, stronger storms, and higher flood risk; authorities are already clearing waterways and running flood simulations. Local Food Culture with Business Angle: Paraguay marks National Chipa Day (Aug. 14) with the legal-backed celebration of the cassava-based staple, spotlighting small producers and street commerce. Digital Agriculture: IICA selected 15 AgTech startups for Digital Agriculture Week in Costa Rica, including Paraguay’s Froniva, as regional agrifood tech partnerships ramp up. Payments & Business Tools: American Express expanded Virtual Cards capabilities for corporate customers, making it easier to manage spending in existing software and digital wallets.

Infrastructure & Transport: Construction has started on the new viaduct over Silvio Pettirossi Avenue for the Las Residentas Road Corridor, with the first three spans inside the Paraguayan Air Force grounds and main assembly planned for Aug. 15-16, aiming to improve Asunción–Luque traffic flow and support stormwater drainage works on General Elizardo Aquino Ave (10-30 Aug). Energy & Industry: HIVE Digital Technologies says it’s scaling two hydro-powered Bitcoin mining facilities in Paraguay (Yguazú 200 MW and Valenzuela 100 MW) and will release fiscal Q1 2027 results Aug. 14 with an earnings call Aug. 17. Agri-Food & Local Trade: Paraguay marks National Chipa Day on Fri., Aug. 14, celebrating the cassava-based staple as a national food under the 2014 law. Agriculture & Supply Chains: Reuters warns Latin America could face a very strong El Niño, with Paraguay expected to see impacts from late August and higher flood risk, while rainfall patterns may affect crop planning across the region. Tech & Finance: Naran, a mobility financing platform, plans to launch in Paraguay in Sept. 2026 after raising $10M to expand fleet financing across emerging markets. Culture & Identity: Asunción’s 489th anniversary (Aug. 15) brings parades, fairs, and live music, including the ASUFEST 489 concert at the Costanera. Knowledge & Heritage: FACEN-UNA published a guide on wild edible plants used by Mbya Guaraní communities in Itapúa, documenting 38 native species amid deforestation pressures. Construction & Housing: LUX Development, a new Asunción-based residential construction firm, says it’s targeting more transparent home-building processes for locals and newcomers.

Bitcoin & Hydropower: HIVE Digital Technologies is scaling two hydro-powered Paraguay sites (Yguazú 200 MW and Valenzuela 100 MW) as it targets 25 EH/s global hashrate, betting on Paraguay’s surplus electricity. AI Infrastructure in the Region: RT-One becomes the first AMPHIX customer, using the platform to validate enterprise AI infrastructure before permanent deployments—an approach that could speed up data-center buildouts across the Americas. Energy Output Watch: Itaipú’s 2025 generation rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh, with 36% allocated to Paraguay, covering 87% of its electricity demand. Climate & Flood Risk: Paraguay is preparing for El Niño expected to intensify storms and raise flood risk from late August, including clearing waterways and running flood simulations. Agri-Tech Push: IICA selected 15 AgTech startups for Digital Agriculture Week in Costa Rica, including Paraguay’s Froniva, highlighting regional agrifood digital transformation. Construction & Housing: LUX Development launches in Asunción to make homebuilding more transparent for locals and newcomers, guiding clients through legal and municipal steps. Food & Farming: Asunción’s La Cuadrita hosts a strawberry fair on Aug. 15 with 50 farming families selling fresh fruit and artisanal products. Industry Leadership: JBS names Wesley Batista Filho as next global CEO (effective Jan. 2027), with prior leadership across Brazil, Canada, Uruguay, and Paraguay.

El Niño Watch for Paraguay: Paraguay’s meteorology authority says El Niño is set to influence weather from late August, with warmer winter conditions, stronger storms, and higher flood risk into spring and summer 2027; the government is already clearing waterways and running satellite flood simulations. Food & Farm Stakes: A Reuters look at a potential “super” El Niño highlights how Paraguay and the wider Pampas region could see above-normal rainfall that supports planting and soil moisture for soy, corn, and wheat—while trade and logistics face knock-on disruptions. Energy Signal: Itaipú’s 2025 output rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh, with 36% allocated to Paraguay, covering about 87% of its electricity use. Agri-innovation Pipeline: IICA and a jury selected 15 AgTech startups for Digital Agriculture Week in Costa Rica, including Paraguay’s Froniva. Local Produce Push: Asunción’s La Cuadrita strawberry fair (Aug 15) will bring fresh fruit and value-added products from 50 farming families. Bitcoin Industry Momentum: Paraguay’s Accelerating Bitcoin conference (Aug 12-13) returns for a second edition, focusing on mining, regulation, AI, and Paraguay’s energy-driven role in the regional crypto scene.

Digital Agriculture: IICA and a specialized jury picked 15 AgTech startups for the 5th Digital Agriculture Week in Costa Rica (Sept. 7–10), including Paraguay’s Froniva, selected from nearly 300 applicants across 23 countries. Energy & Industry: Itaipú’s 2025 generation rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh, with 36% allocated to Paraguay—covering 87% of its electricity demand—highlighting the dam’s role in regional industrial stability. Construction & Housing: Paraguayan-American entrepreneur Patricia Narvaez launched LUX Development in Asunción to make homebuilding more transparent for locals and newcomers, guiding clients through paperwork, municipal steps, construction, and banking. Agribusiness & Jobs: Asunción’s La Cuadrita hosts a strawberry fair Aug. 15 (10:00–17:00), with products from 50 farming families and derivatives like jams, juices, and desserts. Mining/Resources (Markets): A Paraguay-linked uranium extraction firm, Uranium Energy, is expanding operations and is tied to rising uranium price expectations.

Agribusiness & Food Supply: A strawberry fair is set for Aug. 15 in Asunción’s La Cuadrita, with 50 farming families selling fresh strawberries and value-added products, backed by Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. Feed & Safety: A Latin America poultry forum highlights widespread corn mycotoxin concerns, with Paraguay included in large-scale monitoring using near-infrared methods to flag fumonisins and other toxins that can hit productivity and costs. Energy: Itaipú’s 2025 output rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh, with 36% allocated to Paraguay—covering about 87% of the country’s electricity demand. Industry & Investment Climate: Paraguay is positioning itself as a destination for people and capital, as foreign investment headlines point to a cautious global mood. Digital & Finance: Paraguay’s second Accelerating Bitcoin conference opens Aug. 12-13, spotlighting mining, regulation, AI and the country’s energy-driven appeal for crypto activity. Gaming Sector: Zitro’s Zitro Experience Paraguay wrapped alongside SAGSE, reinforcing momentum in Paraguay’s gaming market. Corporate Leadership (Regional): JBS announced a leadership transition: Wesley Batista Filho to become global CEO in Jan. 2027, with Tomazoni moving to vice chairman. Public Infrastructure (Regional Context): Infrastructure capital outlays are projected to decline this year, a reminder that project pipelines may face tighter fiscal conditions.

JBS Leadership Transition: JBS named Wesley Batista Filho as its next global CEO, effective January 2027, with Gilberto Tomazoni stepping down after 14 years and moving to vice chairman/senior adviser roles—an important signal for Paraguay-linked agribusiness and protein supply chains. Hydropower Output: Itaipú reported 2025 generation of 72.9 million MWh (+8.6%), with 36% allocated to Paraguay, covering about 87% of Paraguay’s electricity needs—good news for industrial power stability. Public Health Digitalization: Paraguay’s Health Ministry launched the QRSAF platform to centralize citizen complaints, claims, suggestions, thanks and commendations, aiming for faster, more transparent service follow-up. Bitcoin & Energy Talk: Paraguay’s second Accelerating Bitcoin conference opens in Asunción on Aug. 12–13, positioning the country as a regional crypto hub with tracks spanning mining, regulation and AI. Gaming Industry Update: SAGSE Paraguay 2026 wrapped up, and Zitro held Zitro Experience Paraguay at Hotel Casino Acaray, highlighting continued momentum in Paraguay’s gaming sector. Healthcare Feedback Tech: QRSAF is built to route submissions to the right departments and track responses, pushing modernization in how citizens engage with health services. Social Impact Fashion: The Princesa Diana de Francia Foundation is using fashion and sewing programs to support vulnerable Paraguayan women, including work linked to the Casa del Buen Pastor prison. Crypto Founder Death Probe: Authorities are investigating the death of Harry Yeh, a Fantom-linked crypto investor, after a reported fall from a 30th-floor tower in Asunción.

Digital Health Upgrade: Paraguay’s Health Ministry rolled out the QRSAF platform to centralize citizen complaints, claims, suggestions, thanks, and commendations—aiming for faster, more transparent handling of feedback. Payments & Fintech Growth: At Pay Meeting 19 in Asunción, officials cited 39% growth in card purchases and 42% in online transactions in 2026, with transaction volume accelerating and cybersecurity/infrastructure investment flagged as the next challenge. Gaming & Local Industry: SAGSE Paraguay 2026 wrapped up in Ciudad del Este, confirming a return in 2027, while Zitro’s “Zitro Experience Paraguay” drew strong operator interest and highlighted momentum in the country’s gaming sector. Energy/Mining Tech Spotlight: Paraguay’s role in the uranium supply chain stayed in focus as industry coverage highlighted ISR operations across the country. Trade Promotion: Taiwan’s MOEA announced food product promos featuring Paraguay, Guatemala, and Belize, pushing wider market access for agricultural exports. Public Works & Urban Greening: Asunción began renovating its 110-year-old Municipal Plant Nursery to expand production and support city landscaping through late 2026.