El Niño Preparedness: Paraguay is among the southern South America areas likely to see above-average rainfall and higher flood risk as WMO and NOAA warn the pattern could intensify through early 2027, pushing governments to activate contingency plans. Itaipú Operations: Itaipú began controlled spillway openings for 10 days after heavy El Niño rains raised Paraná River levels, balancing safe generation with flood prevention for Ciudad del Este and Encarnación. Feed & Soy Pressure: FEFAC says drought, Black Sea disruptions, and EU deforestation-free sourcing rules could create a major EU soybean meal gap, with Paraguay flagged as low-risk for supply—yet higher compliance costs may still hit livestock competitiveness. Investment & Arbitration: ATOME PLC filed a Notice of Dispute and plans arbitration under the UK–Paraguay investment treaty tied to its Villeta low-carbon fertiliser project (US$665m), keeping talks open while protecting shareholder rights. EV Supply to Paraguay: KGM supplied 20 Musso EVs to Paraguay under an ODA industrial cooperation pilot, with plans for an auto parts task center. Trade Facilitation: India and MERCOSUR signed a protocol recognizing electronic Certificates of Origin, including Paraguay, aiming to cut paperwork and speed preferential tariff use. HIV Prevention Access: Gilead and PAHO expanded a pathway for twice-yearly lenacapavir (Yeztugo) procurement across 14 countries including Paraguay via PAHO’s regional purchasing system. Local Industry & Fashion: Asunción hosts Casa MOLA Paraguay to promote sustainable fashion and circular economy practices.