An ambitious residential development in Nueva Asunción, Paraguay’s fastest-growing urban area, is positioning itself as the country’s premier open neighbourhood. Heroes del Chaco, located just five minutes from central Asunción via the Heroes del Chaco Bridge, encompasses over 900 residential...


Economy
Fitch Ratings has upgraded Paraguay’s sovereign rating outlook from stable to positive, while maintaining the BB+ rating, one notch below Investment Grade. The decision underscores Paraguay’s robust economic performance, fiscal consolidation efforts, and ongoing structural reforms. Fitch Ratings, headquartered in New York and London, is a leading international credit rating...


Business

On Monday, 13 October 2025, The Asunción Times kicks off the Investing in Paraguay Forum at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Asunción, igniting a dynamic evening of insights into the country’s investment opportunities. The Forum, held from 18:30 to 22:00, promises to offer a fresh and practical look at investment,...

Technology
Construction has officially commenced on the new Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University (UPTP) headquarters. The completion is expected for mid-2027. This marks a milestone in cooperation between both countries to train professionals in high technology fields. The new campus will cover 20,000 square metres and be located on Ñu Guasu Avenue. Ultimately...

Science

Health
Paraguay has launched its Pink October 2025 campaign to promote prevention and early detection of breast cancer. With the disease still the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in Paraguay, the initiative seeks to highlight the importance of timely screenings. Growing figures Breast cancer remains a heavy burden for...

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The 20th edition of the Paraguay International Tourism Fair (FITPAR) will take place from 10 to 12 October 2025. The event will be held at the Mariscal Convention Centre in Asunción, from 10:00 to 20:00. Organised with support from the National Secretariat of Tourism (Senatur) and Itaipú Binational, FITPAR 2025...
