Juan Peirano Basso’s recent arrest in Uruguay marks a crucial chapter in a long-standing financial saga. This development follows Paraguay’s international extradition request, highlighting the cross-border implications of financial crimes. Basso, formerly a prominent figure in Uruguay’s banking sector, faces a judicial inquiry on Friday, a moment crucial for determining his legal fate. Basso’s alleged […]
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