Our power generation (half from Itaipú, half from Yacyretá, and Acaray) currently ranges between 47,000 and 50,000 GWh annually in average years (moving average for 2022–2025, according to official reports from the Vice Ministry of Mines and Energy).

In this interview, the Paraguayan economist and advisor to Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele summarizes the key points of his series on Paraguay’s fiscal deficit. He analyzes the causes of the imbalance, proposes sweeping reforms to pensions, public spending, and investment, and outlines a roadmap toward a “zero deficit.” He also previews his next series: the country’s energy potential.