In the first half of 2023, Paraguay’s total exports hit US$8.412 billion, marking a 20.8% rise from the same timeframe in 2022, as reported by the Central Bank of Paraguay. Imports also grew, though more modestly at 1.3%, reaching US$7.259 billion. Consequently, the trade surplus ended up at US$1.152 billion, in contrast to the previous […]
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