AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDefense & Aviation: Paraguay is in talks with Taiwan to potentially restore its jet-fighter capability, with F-5 fighters and AT-3 trainers on the table and a reported target of 10–15 aircraft starting as early as 2027. Port & Investment: Asunción Port’s four disused warehouses are being converted into a US$6M entertainment hub via a public-private partnership, aiming to restart activity before end-2026. Agri-Industry Spotlight: Paraguay’s petitgrain “green gold” continues to feed global fine perfumery, with the country supplying an estimated 40%–70% of world supply, largely from San Pedro and Cordillera. Energy & Finance: HIVE Digital Technologies says hydro-powered mining in Paraguay can lift Bitcoin mining margins from 36% (at $60K) to 52% (at $80K). Trade & Logistics: Paraguay’s role in regional flows also shows up in Global66’s growth, which added Paraguay as a new origin market as it surpassed US$3.5B traded in Latin America. Local Business & Community: Areguá hosts a FIDE-rated chess grand prix (Aug 28–30), while Nueva Germania marks its 139th anniversary with student parades and new public works. Infrastructure Watch: Infrastructure spending in Paraguay’s region context is under pressure elsewhere, with June disbursements falling sharply due to stricter validation and audit requirements.
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