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By Econ. José Miguel Estigarribia Villasanti , IVEJM.org In an increasingly interconnected world, where value chains are global and technology reduces distances, it is essential for European companies—especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) —to look beyond traditional markets. In this context, Mercosur  emerges not only as an emerging market, but as a unique strategic opportunity  that has yet to be fully leveraged. Mercosur, mainly composed of Paraguay, Brazil,

Foto: IVEJM What’s Happening? Thousands of European farmers have taken to the streets of Brussels, blocking roads and bringing tractors to protest the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur, the South American bloc comprising Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. The aim of the agreement is to open markets, reduce tariffs and create one of the largest free‑trade zones in the world. The protests are fueled by fears among farmers that cheap imports of agricu

Author: Econ. Jose Miguel Estigarribia Villasanti In December 2025 , Paraguay reached a second Investment Grade  when it received a BBB‑ rating with a stable outlook  from the international agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) , consolidating its position among the economies with the highest financial credibility in Latin America. This achievement adds to the investment-grade rating already granted by Moody’s , placing the country in a privileged position for global markets and int

The IVEJM Institute for International Cooperation  continues to strengthen its role as a strategic bridge between Latin America and Europe. Following its experience in the development of economic, cultural and investment-promotion programs — including the international project Paraguay 2026 Tour FULL PLAN FOR THE “PARAGUAY 202… — the institution now announces a new phase of activities focused on promoting services, products, and business opportunities abroad. These initiative

Photo: SloPar President Cristian Cieplik, the Slovenian Ambassador Tina Vodnik, and other important diplomats. On November 12, Asunción witnessed a landmark event that will undoubtedly shape the future of bilateral relations between Slovenia and Paraguay: the official inauguration of the Slovenian–Paraguayan Chamber of Commerce (SLOPAR) .Held at Nunciata, the ceremony brought together diplomatic, business, academic, and cultural representatives from both nations, establishing

Photo: Architect Kevin Bendlin, CEO of CIVIS Real Estate Solutions . On October 1, 2025 , the World Trade Center Ljubljana  hosted the...

By Economist José Miguel Estigarribia Villasanti Slovenia, E.U. 25 August 2025 In recent years, the digital nomad  phenomenon has...

Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil are home to some of South America’s most significant business exhibitions. These events drive innovation,...

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the presence of women in sectors such as education and healthcare. While this...

Photo author: Marcelo Leal. The shortage of medicines in South America is not just a healthcare challenge; it is also a phenomenon that...

Author:  Jose Miguel Estigarribia Villasanti. In today’s global landscape, two figures emerge as protagonists of a new economic approach:...

Author: Econ. José Miguel Estigarribia Villasanti For decades, Europe has been a model of...

Foto: President EU, Ursula von der Leyen in Montevideo, Uruguay. On December 6, 2024, the European Union (EU) and the Mercosur...

Investments are one of the fundamental tools for driving economic development. In Slovenia, they focus on creating new jobs, implementing...

The reelection of Donald Trump introduces a series of challenges for the European Union (EU), which, in this global context of...

Europe, particularly Germany, faces an unprecedented economic and geopolitical crossroads. With challenges ranging from economic...

On September 26th, the IVEJM Institute, together with its partners, organized the event "Invest Paraguay: Exploring New Partnerships,"...

Ljubljana 9.26 at 9 am. On September 26, Ljubljana, Slovenia, will host "Invest Paraguay," an event designed to highlight Paraguay as a...

Autor: IVEJM, 2024 The Instituto IVEJM is proud to present insights into how productivity serves as a cornerstone in combating inflation...

Article by: Econ. José M. Estigarribia Villasanti. June 3, 2024 – In an effort to finalize the free trade agreement (FTA) with Mercosur,...