AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFlood Preparedness: Asunción has named five Bañado Sur shelters with room for 183 families as officials prepare for possible El Niño-driven flooding. The Paraguay River was near 3 metres in late October; a rise to 6.5–7 metres could affect up to 1,200 families. Fishing Protections: Paraguay’s annual fishing ban began on 2 November to protect spawning fish. Restrictions run until 20 December in waters shared with Argentina and 31 January in waters shared with Brazil, covering recreational and commercial fishing, transport and sales. River Alerts: Rising Paraná and Uruguay rivers have closed the Yacyretá crossing and put nearby towns on alert. Climate-Smart Farming: IFC financing will help Agrofértil expand digital tools combining climate data and agronomic advice for Paraguayan farmers, aimed at managing climate risks and improving productivity.Infrastructure Needs: An IDB report estimates Paraguay needs US$4.19 billion for water and sanitation investment by 2030, within US$15.18 billion in total infrastructure needs.
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