Brazil and Paraguay have challenged the toll imposed by Argentina for vessels navigating the Paraná River, arguing it’s inconsistent with river transport agreements. This issue presents the first significant challenge for Santiago Peña, Paraguay’s newly elected president. Argentina has introduced a toll on the waterway segment that stretches from Santa Fe port to the confluence […]
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