WRC Commercial Push: WRC’s new commercial rights owners (Cosmobilis and Park Square Capital) say they’ll grow fan access, media coverage and manufacturer appeal—while insisting rally’s “DNA” won’t change—after talks at Rally Paraguay with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and CEO Eric Boullier. Port & Artisans: Asunción Port’s cultural center will host the festive opening of La Recova artisans’ temporary space, keeping vendor sales running during restoration, with live music and folk performances. Expo Yguazú Boost: Expo Yguazú opened at Plaza de la Amistad with 100+ companies and a program mixing culture and business, marking Yguazú’s 65th anniversary and 90 years of Japanese immigration. Beef Trade Shockwaves: The US temporarily waives out-of-quota tariffs on lean beef trimmings for 90 days, with Brazil and Paraguay among key beneficiaries—sparking debate over pricing and origin labeling. Energy Pressure from Crypto: Analysts warn bitcoin mining already consumes about 30% of Paraguay’s power, raising concerns about grid strain and potential crisis risk by 2029. Defense Procurement Watch: Paraguay is reportedly negotiating with Taiwan to acquire F-5 and AT-3 aircraft to rebuild jet capability starting around 2027. Agri-Exports Spotlight: Paraguay’s petitgrain oil remains a global “green gold,” supplying a large share of the world’s perfume ingredient demand, with production concentrated in San Pedro and Cordillera.