Paraguay is currently advancing over US$690 million worth of public infrastructure investment across all 17 departments, marking a significant step in the country’s development. These large-scale initiatives include major upgrades in road infrastructure, healthcare facilities, early childhood education centres, and urban transport systems.
The figures were presented during President Santiago Peña’s second annual report to Congress, underscoring the government’s commitment to closing infrastructure gaps, and enhancing quality of life nationwide.
Healthcare, education, and transport projects
In the healthcare sector, more than US$500 million is being allocated to hospital infrastructure nationwide. The hospital in Coronel Oviedo is already operational, while the new facility in Itapúa is scheduled to open by the end of July. At the same time, tenders have been launched for additional hospitals in Asunción, Santaní, and Itauguá. These efforts are part of a broader infrastructure investment strategy designed to enhance access to medical services across the country.
With regard to early childhood education, the government has announced plans for 100 new centres throughout Paraguay. Construction is already underway on 20 of them, including one in Capiatá named Seeds of the Future (Semillas del Futuro). Moreover, tenders have been issued for a further 30 centres. This initiative is a key component of long-term infrastructure investment aimed at improving early learning and childcare services.
In terms of transport, 30 electric buses donated by Taiwan will operate on routes connecting Asunción, San Lorenzo, and Luque. Additionally, the night bus service Owl (Búho) has already completed over 2,100 overnight journeys. A proposal to reform public transport is also expected to be presented to Congress in the near future. These developments further reflect ongoing investment in infrastructure to enhance urban mobility and passenger safety.
Road and urban infrastructure investment
With regard to roadworks, key projects include the Ruta de la Soberanía and Ruta Graneros del Sur. Moreover, other routes such as the Ruta de la Banana and Pozo Colorado–Concepción are also under construction. In addition, the Bioceanic Corridor features the Carmelo Peralta–Puerto Murtinho bridge. Collectively, these projects form part of Paraguay’s most ambitious infrastructure investment plans to date, aiming to strengthen national and regional connectivity.
In rural areas, works are planned in María Antonia, General Morínigo–Caazapá, and nearby zones. For instance, routes will also connect Naranjito, San Cristóbal, and Santa Inés. Meanwhile, Plan Central II includes 134 kilometres of urban road infrastructure. According to estimates, around 700,000 people could benefit from these improvements, which reinforce the government’s commitment to inclusive infrastructure investment.
Urban upgrades are also funded by Itaipú Binacional following energy agreement renegotiations with Brazil. Specifically, projects include a junction in Ciudad del Este and a duplicated road in Luque. Furthermore, improvements to Route D025 and the construction of a new viaduct are underway. These urban infrastructure investments aim to ease traffic congestion and improve transit efficiency in key metropolitan areas.
Looking ahead
Infrastructure gaps have long posed challenges to national development. The current wave of infrastructure investment is presented as an effort to reduce structural disparities and support long-term economic growth. However, the lasting impact will depend on construction quality, transparency, and sustained maintenance.
Paraguay’s infrastructure boost, including major developments such as new bridge construction and airport roadworks, demonstrates the government’s determination to modernise key transport links and support sustained national growth.
For many communities, particularly those outside urban centres, access to infrastructure remains a critical factor in daily life. The true effectiveness of these projects will become clearer as implementation progresses and completion nears.
