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Messi’s free-kick goal gives Argentina 1-0 win over Ecuador in World Cup qualifier

Lionel Messi scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on September 7.

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Uruguay To Open Diplomatic Office In Jerusalem

Uruguay will establish a diplomatic office for innovation in Jerusalem, according to the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Zenger · Aug 17, 2023

Taiwan VP says China military action to US stopover would be interference

Self-ruled island that Beijing claims as its own is due to go to the polls in January with VP Lai the frontrunner.

Al Jazeera · Aug 16, 2023

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Santiago Peña takes office as Paraguay’s president with pro-Taiwan message

The conservative politician’s election continued a nearly unbroken streak for the Colorado Party, in power since 1947.

Al Jazeera · Aug 15, 2023

New Paraguay president stresses South American country's ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony

President Santiago Peña said Paraguay and Taiwan are “not just allies, but also brothers” when he was sworn in as the South American country’s new president on Tuesday

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023

Taiwan's vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island

Taiwan’s vice president has left on a trip to Paraguay to reinforce relations with his government’s last diplomatic partner in South America at a time when China is stepping up efforts to isolate the self-ruled island democracy

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2023

Taiwan vice president heads to US on sensitive trip

William Lai is officially making only transit stops in the US on his way to and from Paraguay.

Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2023

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Paraguay Poised To Return Embassy To Jerusalem

As a show of growing Latin American support for Israel, Paraguay will relocate its embassy back to Jerusalem.

Zenger · Aug 9, 2023

‘Winter is disappearing’: South America hit by ‘brutal’ unseasonal heatwave

Buenos Aires records hottest start to August in 117 years, Chile sees highs towards 40C and Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil also bake

The Guardian - US · Aug 3, 2023

Taiwan presidential candidate plans US stop, drawing China’s ire

China decries plans of ‘separatist’ Taiwanese presidential frontrunner William Lai to stop in US during a Paraguay trip.

Al Jazeera · Jul 17, 2023

Taiwan ties make ‘more sense’ for Paraguay

TAIPEI: Paraguay’s formal ties with Taiwan make “more sense” than recognising China, and will be a greater boost to development in the South American country, president-elect Santiago Pena said on Saturday.

Bangkok Post · Jul 15, 2023

Paraguay’s president-elect recommits to ties as Taiwan’s last ally in South America

Paraguay’s president-elect, Santiago Pena, has committed to maintaining diplomatic ties with Taiwan, going against a trend of Taipei’s diplomatic allies switching their allegiance to China

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2023

Paraguay's president-elect begins Taiwan visit that's meant to foster closer ties

Paraguay’s president-elect, Santiago Pena, has arrived in Taipei for a visit meant to reinforce relations between Taiwan and one of its few remaining diplomatic allies

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2023

Paraguayan woman who brought cocaine to Belfast in stomach sentenced

Lawyer says accused promised between £2,000 and £3,000 for her role in the operation, which she didn’t receive

Belfast Live · May 26, 2023

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The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2023

‘In Paraguay the Premier League is the best’: Enciso, Almirón and the clash captivating a country

Before Brighton visit Newcastle international colleagues discuss their journeys from watching English matches on TV

Reuters · May 5, 2023

Paraguay presidential candidate Cubas arrested after post-election protests

Paraguayo Cubas, who placed third in Paraguay's presidential elections, has been arrested following post-election protests, authorities said on Friday.

Al Jazeera · May 5, 2023

Paraguay president-elect says will strengthen ties with Taiwan

Relations with the island loomed large in the election, after other countries in Latin America moved to cut ties.

Reuters · May 5, 2023

Paraguay president-elect commits to 'strengthen' ties with Taiwan

Paraguay's president-elect, Santiago Pena, said on Friday that he would continue to strengthen his country's "historic ties" with Taiwan following a call with his counterpart there after winning Sunday's election.

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Reason · May 4, 2023

A Big Issue in Paraguay's Elections Was…Taiwan?

The voters opted to keep the country's ties with the island—a remarkable choice, given that China has become South America's top trading partner.

The Independent UK · May 3, 2023

Paraguay: Populist candidate fires up protesters after vote

Hundreds of protesters have gathered in Paraguay’s capital for the second straight day of demonstrations alleging that this weekend’s presidential elections were marred by fraud, a claim that President-elect Santiago Peña, electoral authorities and international observers roundly dismissed

Reuters · May 2, 2023

OAS says no reason to put into doubt Paraguay's election results

The Organization of American States (OAS) said on Tuesday that its electoral observation mission saw no reason to put into doubt Paraguay's election results, following protests by supporters of a right-wing candidate who came in third.

Reuters · May 2, 2023

Protests in Paraguay as losing candidates call for recount

(This May 1 story has been refiled to say 'call' in the headline)

The Independent UK · May 1, 2023

Paraguay: Ex-president's influence in question after victory

Conservative Santiago Peña’s overwhelming win in Paraguay’s presidential election not only reaffirmed the long-ruling Colorado Party’s hold on power but raised questions about the future role of his powerful political mentor, who has been accused of corruption by the United States

Reuters · May 1, 2023

Paraguayans see Pena as 'ideal' president to boost economy

Paraguayans on Monday were mixed about the prospects of another five years of conservative Colorado party rule, but hoped President-elect Santiago Pena could reboot the country’s farm-driven economy.

Reuters · May 1, 2023

Paraguay election result calms fear of another Taiwan ally falling (for now)

News of Santiago Pena's election victory in Paraguay will be cheered by officials in Taiwan, which faces an uphill battle against China's economic muscle to keep its remaining 13 allies worldwide, including its last in South America.

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