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Paraguay

Paraguay's political landscape is shaped by its complex history involving the Triple Alliance and Chaco Wars, as well as a strong Colorado Party dominance. The nation, with a population of 6.5 million, has a rich cultural identity rooted in Spanish and Guarani descent. Key issues include demands for land reform, the influence of foreign investment in its banking system, and the agricultural economy bolstered by soybean and cotton production along the Itaipu Dam. Facing challenges related to Brazilian immigration and territorial integrity, Paraguay strives to secure its future.

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Paraguay

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  1. Paraguay

  2. Politics • Triple Alliance and Chaco Wars • Strong Dictatorship • National Identity • Dominance of Colorado Party • Fernando Lugo • Religious leader • Cancer Issue

  3. Economy • Agricultural / Informal Economy • Natural Resources • Soybean, Cotton, Hydroelectricity (Itaipu Dam) • Partners • Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, China, United States • Banking System • Foreign companies partially and entirely own most banks and financial institutions

  4. Population 6.5 million people concentrated in the eastern portion

  5. Population and Projections Year 2010 Year 2020 Year 2030

  6. Nationally Homogeneous • Spanish and Guarani Indian descent • Over 90% fluent in Guarani

  7. PotentionalThreat: Brasiguaios/Brasiguayos • 350 to 500,000 Brazilians in East Paraguay • Paraguayans Demand Land Reform • Intimidation and Land Invasion

  8. #1 Imperative: Protect Its Borders

  9. #2 Imperative: Secure/Maintain Access to theAtlantic Ocean

  10. #3 Imperative: Maintain Partial Ownership of Itaipu Dam

  11. #4 Imperative: Populate and Develop North and Northwestern Frontier Lands

  12. Net Assessment

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