Peña, Rubio Discuss Economic Growth, Security in U.S. Meeting

Paraguayan President Santiago Peña held a significant meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the United States, focusing on a bilateral agenda aimed at fostering economic growth and enhancing security cooperation.

The discussions covered key areas including Paraguayan beef exports, the establishment of a direct air route between the two nations, and potential agreements on security and nuclear energy generation. This meeting occurred during Peña's official visit to the U.S.

According to the Paraguayan Presidency, both leaders advanced discussions on attracting investments and strengthening economic ties. The U.S. State Department, through spokesperson Tommy Pigott, emphasized the reaffirmation of "solid ties and shared commitments" that have defined the strategic alliance between the U.S. and Paraguay over the past 18 months.

Pigott also noted that U.S. development finance and export-import banks are collaborating to support projects that boost Paraguay's economic growth and advance U.S. strategic priorities, such as advanced digital infrastructure. The U.S. side highlighted ongoing joint efforts to bolster regional security cooperation and promote trade and investment across various sectors of mutual interest.