Strong GDP growth does not guarantee citizens' well-being
The Paraguayan economy is growing strongly, but the challenge is ensuring that this growth reaches households, workers, and microenterprises. This series examines why strong macroeconomic indicators do not always translate into higher incomes, quality jobs, and reduced poverty.
“A constitutional safeguard does not bind the state; it ties the hands of populism.”
To conclude this series, he presents in this interview an overview of what the implementation of these institutional safeguards would mean for the country. His series proposes profound changes, but why is the current Fiscal Responsibility Act insufficient, and why is it necessary to elevate these rules to constitutional status?
Paraguay's economic model requires long-term planning
En esta última entrega de la serie “Candados constitucionales para la estabilidad fiscal en el Paraguay”, hoy tocaremos el tema Los candados propuestos transformarían nuestra Constitución en garante de prosperidad. Con deuda limitada, reglas estrictas y derechos económicos blindados, atraeremos inversión y crecimiento. Es hora de enmienda económica por estabilidad, desarrollo y un futuro sin […]
Clear rules are worth much more than the economic promises of the moment
Los candados constitucionales no se aprobarán solos. Requieren una amplia y sólida base de apoyo nacional. Construir consenso no es un detalle; es la clave del éxito. Nuestra patria ha visto muchas buenas ideas naufragar por falta de respaldo ciudadano y político. Esta vez debe ser diferente. La enmienda económica propuesta en estos artículos que […]
Sound fiscal rules are a measure of the maturity of our democracy
In this tenth installment of the series “Constitutional Safeguards for Fiscal Stability in Paraguay,” today we will address the topic of expected political resistance and the short-term interests of opposition sectors that benefit from discretionary spending and patronage.
The stability of the Constitution can reduce risks and attract investment
The constitutional amendment process in Paraguay combines legislative safeguards and citizen participation to prevent hasty changes to the Constitution. Approval by Congress and a mandatory referendum serve as safeguards for institutional and fiscal stability.
Reform is necessary to ensure economic freedom
In this eighth installment of the series “Constitutional Safeguards for Fiscal Stability in Paraguay,” the constitutional protection of economic rights constitutes one of the most crucial institutional pillars for our nation’s sustainable development.
Structural rule will prevent the discretionary use of Itaipú funds
En esta séptima entrega de la serie “Candados constitucionales para la estabilidad fiscal en Paraguay”, analizamos la Regla Fiscal Constitucional: Déficit Estructural Cero. Nuestra Nación ha avanzado significativamente en la institucionalización de la disciplina fiscal. La Ley de Responsabilidad Fiscal (N° 5098/2013) estableció un límite al déficit de la Administración Central del 1,5% del PIB, […]
A debt limit of 40% of GDP enshrined in the Constitution will protect the future
A marzo del 2026, la deuda pública bruta de Paraguay se sitúa en torno al 35,5% del PIB, según datos del Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas, mientras que Chile cerró el 2025 en 41,7% y ya alcanza el 42,6% en el primer trimestre del 2026. Chile opera con una regla fiscal dual –balance estructural más […]
Same Debt, Double Credibility: Chile's Institutional Secret
In a regional context where most Latin American countries are grappling with mounting fiscal pressures and debt-to-GDP ratios exceeding 60%, both our country and Chile maintain notably moderate and very similar levels of public debt.
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