🇵🇾 Paraguay
Republic of Paraguay
Basic Information
Capital
Asunción
Region
Americas
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South America
Population
7,323,054
Area
406,752 km²
Currencies
Paraguayan guaraní (₲)
Languages
Guaraní, Spanish
About country
Paraguay is a landlocked country in South America, bordered by Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia. Its history is marked by periods of Spanish colonization and numerous conflicts, including the devastating War of the Triple Alliance. The country's geography is characterized by the Paraná and Paraguay rivers, dividing it into two distinct regions: the eastern and western regions. Paraguay's economy is largely based on agriculture, with soybeans, beef, and cotton being major exports. Despite facing economic challenges, Paraguay is striving for development and regional integration.
Political Information
System of Government
Presidential Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes
Codes & Identifiers
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PYISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
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