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04ASUNCION232PARAGUAY'S ATTORNEY GENERAL PUBLICIZES FARC LINKS
[...] (U) On 2/14, Paraguayan Attorney General Oscar Latorre held a press conference (ref A) during which he released the following evidence linking Patria Libre party member Osmar Martinez to FARC leader Rodrigo Granda and implicating the FARC in supporting the kidnapping of Cecilia Cubas, daughter [...]
2004-08-27 14:41:00Embassy AsuncionSECRET//NOFORNPREL PTER PINR KCRM SNAR CO PA
05ASUNCION1019PARAGUAY: ANTI-DRUG CAMPAIGN STIRS THE WATERS
[...] (C) SUMMARY: With assistance from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the DOD Military Information Support Team (MIST),Paraguay's National Anti-Drug Secretariat (SENAD) recently began using Wanted Posters and media spots in the newspapers and on radio to obtain leads on their Most [...]
2005-08-11 17:32:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM PREL SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1025PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, AUGUST 7 -
[...] (U) SUMMARY: --New Mission Chief to Cuba is Pro-Castro --Venezuelan Investment in Paraguay --Drugs, Thugs, Guns and Money --31 Small Economies Discuss Access at WTO --------------------------------------- New Mission Chief to Cuba is Pro-Castro --------------------------------------- 2 [...]
2005-08-13 19:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL KCRM ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1026INITIAL REACTIONS TO NEWS OF SECRETARY RUMSFELD'S
[...] (C) Summary: In response to news of Secretary Rumsfeld's planned visit to Paraguay, local media reported heavily this week that the visit marks a further shift in policy for the Duarte Frutos administration, towards the U.S. and away from leftist governments in the region. Some sectors of the [...]
2005-08-13 19:56:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MARR MASS PA VE CU BR AR
05ASUNCION1027 PUBLIC DIPLOMACY STOCK FROM RPC MANILA
[...] Post would like to order the following: 02 Outline of U.S. Government, 02-S, 50 copies at USD 1.30 ea., total USD 65. 03 Outline of American Geography, 03-S, 50 copies at USD 1.60 ea., total USD 80 04 Outline of the U.S. Economy, 04-S, 50 copies at USD 1.45 ea., total USD 72.50 05 Ou [...]
2005-08-16 14:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1028 NEW IIP PUBLICATION OFFERING: AMRICAN TEENAGERS
[...] Post would like to order 150 copies in Spanish of subject booklet at USD 1.95 ea. 2. Please ship via APO to Amembassy Asuncion, Public Diplomacy; Attn. PAO Karen L. Williams; Unit 4732; APO AA 34036. Fiscal data for shipping will be provided as soon as post receives shipping cost estimate [...]
2005-08-16 14:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1032COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR PEACE CORPS
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Karen Chaput and Jason Katz, for travel to Asuncion during the period of August 28 to September 4, 2005 for the purpose of videotaping and taking photos of Peace Corps Volunteers in Paraguay. The contact officer for the visit is the James Geenen, [...]
2005-08-16 19:53:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDNOTAG PA
05ASUNCION1035 COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR RMO LAWRENCE GERNON
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for RMO Dr. Lawrence Gernon, for travel to Asuncion during the period of August 21-24, 2005 for the purpose of providing support to Post. The contact officer for the visit is Maria Fernandez, Office tel.: (595)(21) 213-715, Ext 2025. Home tel.: (595)( [...]
2005-08-17 18:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMED
05ASUNCION1037PARAGUAY CONDUCTS FIRST INTERNAL PARTY ELECTION
[...] (U) SUMMARY : On July 17, Deputy Blas Antonio Llano won the internal elections of the Authentic Radical Liberal Party (PLRA),defeating Efrain Alegre by less than 12,000 votes. According to a Superior Elections Tribunal (TSJE) official, the election was a success and approximately 30 percent of [...]
2005-08-18 11:38:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KDEM PA
05ASUNCION1040COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR CULTURE CONNECT
[...] As requested in reference telegram, country clearance is granted for Maria Horne, Culture Connect Envoy, to travel to Asuncion during the period of 8/24/05 to 9/3/05 under the Cultural Connect Envoy Program. The contact officer for the visit is Bruce P. Kleiner,PAO, office tel.: (595-21) 213- [...]
2005-08-18 20:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOIIP KPAO SCUL OXEC
05ASUNCION1041COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY BANKING ADVISOR
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Jean Jacques Deschamps, U.S. Treasury Regional Banking Advisor, (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of August 23-26, 2005, for the purpose of meeting with Central Bank President, international financing agencies an [...]
2005-08-18 20:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN OTRA PA
05ASUNCION1042PARAGUAY ON LATAM CONTINGENTS REMAINING IN HAITI
[...] (U) On 8/17, PolOff delivered reftel demarche (ref A) to MFA Americas Director Cynthia Filartiga and MFA International Organizations Director Julio Peralta. Peralta advised that Paraguay is still discussing with Spain the possibility of equipment and materiel support for Paraguayan troops to j [...]
2005-08-19 11:15:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIAL//NOFORNPREL MARR KPKO PA HA SP
05ASUNCION1043 ASUNCION REQUEST FOR U.S.SPEAKER ON COUNTER-
[...] Brief program description: Post would like to join PAS Santiago in a request for a speaker on counter-terrorism issues (reftel 01643) for three days of presentations (negotiable) on the fight against terrorism to the Government of Paraguay Office of the Vice President; Institute for High Stra [...]
2005-08-19 14:37:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOEXC KPAO PTER PA CI AR UY PE IIP
05ASUNCION1044PARAGUAY INTERIM RESPONSE REGARDING THE UN HUMAN
[...] No summary [...]
2005-08-19 16:59:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL UNCHR UNGA
05ASUNCION1045CABRAL IS BACK
[...] (U) This is an action message. See final Paragraph. 2. (C) Summary: I called Duarte Frutos on August 18. After conversing about the successful visit of Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld, I noted my concern about persistent reports reaching me that drug-smuggling-tainted police commissioner [...]
2005-08-19 17:20:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL SNAR KCRM PINR PA
05ASUNCION1046PARAGUAY: SECDEF RUMSFELD AFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR
[...] (C) Summary. On 8/16, SECDEF Rumsfeld met for 90 minutes with President Duarte Frutos to discuss cooperation in the fight against international terrorism and transnational crime, challenges to democracy in Paraguay and the region, and the expansion of economic opportunity. SECDEF drew atte [...]
2005-08-20 18:48:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL MASS MOPS KCRM PTER PINR SNAR PA KICC
05ASUNCION1047PARAGUAY: EXPROPRIATION CASE A SETBACK FOR
[...] (U) In a blow to Paraguay,s business climate, the Senate passed a bill on August 4 calling for the expropriation of 52,000 hectares (130,000 acres) of land owned by Reverend Sun Myung Moon,s Korea-based Unification Church in Paraguay,s northern Chaco region. It now must get through the Chamber [...]
2005-08-22 10:57:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALECON EINV EFIN PREL PA
05ASUNCION1053PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, AUGUST 14
[...] (U) Summary: -- Delay in Prosecution of Terrorist Supporter -- Candia is the New Attorney General -- Former Police Officers Imprisoned -- Entry of Cubans Concerns GOP -- New Immigration Security Measures Planned ------------------------------------------- Dela [...]
2005-08-22 18:12:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPGOV PHUM PREL SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1062COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR RPSO CONTRACTING OFFICER
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for RPSO Florida Contracting Officer Robert A. Lindquist for travel to Asuncion during the period of August 24 to August 27 to conduct the pre-proposal conference for the SENAD Offices Construction Project in Pedro Juan Caballero. The contact officer fo [...]
2005-08-23 12:58:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDABLD AMGT ASEC
05ASUNCION1063PARAGUAY: READOUT OF THE FIRST LADIES CONFERENCE
[...] (U) SUMMARY: From July 13-15, Paraguay hosted representatives from 20 countries at technical meetings in preparation of the 13th Western Hemisphere First Ladies Conference. The conference will be held September 28-30 in Asuncion. Delegates debated the Draft Declaration centered around the co [...]
2005-08-23 15:41:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PHUM KWMN PA
05ASUNCION1065COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR U.S. SPEAKER MARGUERITE
[...] As requested in reference telegram, country clearance is granted for Marguerite Sullivan, U.S. Speaker, to travel to Asuncion during the period of 8/28/05 to 9/6/05 to share her experience and abilities on "How to Run a Responsible Press Office" . The contact officer for the visit is Bruce P. [...]
2005-08-23 18:34:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOIIP OTRA PA AORC UNESCO
05ASUNCION1066PARAGUAY: UN PERMREP NERVOUS ABOUT CTC ACTIVITY
[...] (SBU) On August 19, I was approached at a reception in the Paraguayan Foreign Ministry, Amb. Eladio Loizaga, Paraguayan PermRep at the UN in New York. Loizaga, in town for a short stay, mentioned that he was concerned about possible developments related to the CTC and its engagement with P [...]
2005-08-24 12:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL KCRM PTER PA UN
05ASUNCION1068AMEMBASSY ASUNCION TO SEND POLOFF TO DEMOCRACY AND
[...] Per reftel, Asuncion plans to send Political Officer Sterling D. Tilley, Jr. to the Democracy and Human Rights Officers Conference scheduled to be held in Washington, DC, on September 26 - 27. Hotel reservations are confirmed at the Key Bridge Marriott. POLOFF will arrive on September 24 at [...]
2005-08-24 20:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM OTRA
05ASUNCION1069PARAGUAY: IMF MISSION BRIEFS AMBASSADOR
[...] (U) Sensitive but unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) During a lunch hosted by the Ambassador, the visiting IMF team told us that the government appears to have stayed the course on fiscal responsibility and to have tentatively met all of the e [...]
2005-08-24 21:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1071PARAGUAY: NEW ATTORNEY GENERAL PLEDGES COOPERATION
[...] (C) Summary. On 8/19, the Ambassador met with Ruben Candia Amarilla, Paraguay's newly elected Attorney General, to stress the importance the U.S. attaches to cooperation with his office in the fight against transnational crime, including drug trafficking, money laundering, terrorist financi [...]
2005-08-25 16:05:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KCRM PTER PINR SNAR PA KICC
05ASUNCION1072PARAGUAY 2005 CHILD LABOR REPORT UPDATE
[...] The following responses are an update to the 2004 Child Labor Report (ref. B) The responses are based on input from the Ministry of Children and Adolescents, the Ministry of Education, the International Labor Organization (ILO),and Pro Joven (Pro Youth),a non-governmental organization. 2 [...]
2005-08-25 17:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEIND ELAB ETRD PHUM SOCI KWMN PA AID
05ASUNCION1076PARAGUAY DISMISSIVE OF CHAVEZ SOCIAL CHARTER EVENT
[...] No summary [...]
2005-08-26 16:08:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL KSUM SOCI PA OAS
05ASUNCION1077COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS AMARANTE
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Advisors: (1) Amarante Maestas (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of September 3-23, 2005, and (2) Robert Cortesi (Security clearance: secret) for travel to Asuncion during the period of September 18- Oct [...]
2005-08-26 16:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1078COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISOR JOSEPH
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Reinforcement Advisor Joseph Bognanno (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of August SIPDIS 30-31, 2005, for the purpose of assisting Resident Enforcement Advisor Joe Parker with the FIU and the superint [...]
2005-08-29 11:58:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1079PARAGUAY ON U.S. CANDIDACY FOR THE WHO EXECUTIVE
[...] On June 23, Embassy delivered reftel diplomatic note to the MFA. A return note from the MFA's International Organizations Directorate, dated August 18, conveyed the Republic of Paraguay's official support for the U.S. candidacy. 2. MINIMIZED CONSIDERED. KEANE [...]
2005-08-29 12:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC PREL KSEP PA WHO
05ASUNCION1087HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON PARAGUAYAN
[...] No summary [...]
2005-08-29 19:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL MOPS PA
05ASUNCION1090PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, AUGUST 21
[...] Summary -- Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen US - GOP Relations -- Negotiating for Oviedo Release -- Cespedes is New Minister of Justice and Labor -- Visit Sparks New Interest in EXIM Financing --------------------------------------------- --------------- ---- Ambassador [...]
2005-08-30 15:51:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL KCRM ETRD PINR PA
05ASUNCION1091COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS TRAVELING
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for (1) Treasury Resident Financial Enforcement Advisor in Peru James Parrot (Security clearance: secret),Intermittent Financial Enforcement Advisors: (2) Alfredo Bellamy (Security clearance: secret),(3) Manuel Godinez (Security clearance: secret),an [...]
2005-08-30 16:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1093FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0016 2. 083005 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Div.Licitaciones, Dpto.Contrataciones 6C. COPACO--Cia.Paraguaya de Comunicaciones Calle Alberdi 619, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Fx: (595-21) 497212 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 09 [...]
2005-08-30 21:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1094FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0017 2. 083005 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2364 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 100405 09 [...]
2005-08-30 21:18:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1095PARAGUAY: DIALOGUE WITH TAIWAN ON PRC WHA
[...] (S) The Taiwanese Ambassador to Paraguay took up his assignment this year. The Ambassador has infrequent social contact with him but believes the Taiwanese Ambassador would be amenable to contact on PRC activities. The Polcouns has relatively frequent social and professional contact with th [...]
2005-08-31 15:34:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETEAGR ECON EFIN EMIN ENRG ETRD ETTC PHUM PREL CH PA
05ASUNCION1098 RPC MANILA E-MAIL TRACKING No. 05-9690
[...] Please charge USD 41.81 for APO shipping of Post's order to: Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526123 ; Organization Public Diplomacy; Function 1370; Object Code 2288. Post A/B&F Officer, Thomas Daley, certifies funds availability. KEANE [...]
2005-08-31 18:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1099 RPC MANILA E-MAIL TRACKING No. 05-9702
[...] Please charge USD 229.74 for APO shipping of Post's order to: Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526124; Organization Public Diplomacy; Function 1370; Object Code 2288. Post A/B&F Officer, Thomas Daley, certifies funds availability. KEANE [...]
2005-08-31 18:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1107PARAGUAY: CANDIDATE FOR ECOSOC VACANCY, ASKS FOR U.S. SUPPORTS
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-01 21:22:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL CU PA UNGA PHUM
05ASUNCION1108PARAGUAY: ADDRESSING ANTI-U.S. RHETORIC
[...] (C) Summary: Sept. 1 DCM told Patria Querida Party Vice President Daniel Codas that the USG objected to disrespectful and inaccurate statements about U.S. policy by its legislators. Codas denied that PQ had changed its basically pro-U.S. stance but agreed that some legislators had crossed t [...]
2005-09-02 11:23:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV MARR PINR IZ PA
05ASUNCION1109PARAGUAY ON ADDRESSING THE THREAT OF AVIAN
[...] (U) On 9/1, the Ambassador emphasized reftel talking points in a meeting with Acting Foreign Minister Emilio Gimenez. 2. (SBU) Gimenez advised that the GOP already has established an avian influenza task force to deal with suspected cases of exposure to the disease. (Note: The GOP has not [...]
2005-09-02 14:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYTBIO ECON PREL SOCI PA KSTH WHO
05ASUNCION1110PARAGUAY: OFFERS OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE FOR
[...] (U) On 9/1, Post received the following offers of assistance for hurricane relief efforts from both Paraguayan government officials and the private sector: -- Ambassador Ceferino Valdez, the President of the Voluntary Firemen's Association in Paraguay and the Foreign Ministry's Director o [...]
2005-09-02 14:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL ECON AEMR ASEC CASC AMGT US PA MATT
05ASUNCION1111PARAGUAY ON PRESENTATION OF DRAFT IRAQI
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-02 14:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL IZ PA
05ASUNCION1116MORE FROM PARAGUAY ON ADDRESSING THE THREAT OF
[...] (SBU) On 9/2, the MFA advised PolOff that the GOP has designated the Ministry of Health's Director of Epidemiology, Wilma Baswaldo, tel: 595-21-203-998, as the GOP's senior-level point of contact with respect to avian influenza. Dr. Carmen Portillo, also of the Ministry of Health, leads the a [...]
2005-09-02 15:55:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYTBIO ECON PREL SOCI PA KSTH WHO
05ASUNCION1117PARAGUAY WILL NOT SEEK SHOOTDOWN LEGISLATION
[...] (C) On 8/30 and 8/31, the Ambassador drew on reftel talking points to convey to Minister of Defense Roberto Gonzalez and Acting Foreign Minister Emilio Gimenez, respectively, the U.S.'s concerns about recent GOP expressions of interest in seeking legislation that would authorize the Paraguayan [...]
2005-09-02 16:00:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALEAIR KJUS MARR MASS PREL SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1118PARAGUAY: SENATE DECLARATION OF SOLIDARITY FOR
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-02 16:18:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOPDC PREL AEMR US PA
05ASUNCION1119PARAGUAY: UPDATE ON CUBAS AND DEBERNARDI
[...] (SBU) Summary: In recent months, Paraguayan authorities filed formal charges against 14 of 28 suspects in the kidnapping and murder of Cecilia Cubas and located the house where kidnappers held Maria Edith Bordon de Debernardi for 64 days in 2001. Members of the left-wing Patria Libre Party (P [...]
2005-09-02 16:40:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PTER PINR SNAR KCRM PA CO BR
05ASUNCION1120PARAGUAY: ENTRY OF CUBANS CONCERNS GOP
[...] (U) News articles in recent weeks alleged an alarming number of Cuban nationals are entering Paraguay. Confidential sources have confirmed the legal entry of SIPDIS significant numbers of Cubans into Paraguay since May 2005. Carlos Liseras, Director of Immigration, discussed this issue with [...]
2005-09-02 17:12:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PHUM PREL KCRM PINR PA
05ASUNCION1121PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, AUGUST 28
[...] (U) Summary -- Smells Like Drugs -- Thousands Receive Medical Care -- Paraguay Interested in FTA - Someday ----------------- Smells Like Drugs ----------------- 2. (U) On August 26, the National Anti-Drug Secretariat (SENAD) Canine Unit detected and seized 7.3 kilogra [...]
2005-09-02 18:02:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL KCRM ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1122COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR NEIL SHOUBA - PC/SSO
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Neil Shouba for travel to Asuncion during the period of September 5 to September 10, 2005 for the purpose of revising the Peace Corps Safety and Security Manual and to perform some Volunteer visits in the field. The contact officer for the visit i [...]
2005-09-04 03:50:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDNOTAG PA
05ASUNCION1123PARAGUAY: HURRICANE RELIEF -- RESCUE TEAMS
[...] Ambassador Ceferino Valdez, the Foreign Ministry's Director of Bilateral Affairs, is the the brother of Rafael Valdez, the President of Paraguay's Voluntary Firemen's Association. Valdez has offered to send 20-25 firemen who speak English and are experts in rescue, flooding, and recovery of [...]
2005-09-05 18:45:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR EAID PREL US PA
05ASUNCION1124CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR TRAINING PROGRAM
[...] Based on previous contact between DEA SA Tim Schoonmaker in Santa Cruz and REA Joe Parker in Asuncion, Embassy Asuncion wishes to inform you that this post will hold a basic training course for Paraguayan criminal investigators from September 12 through October 7, 2005. The course will cover [...]
2005-09-06 12:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDASEC PINS PA TRV
05ASUNCION1127COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR AGRICULTURAL ATTACHE KARI
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Kari Rojas, Agricultural Attache, (Security clearance: top secret),and Assistant Andrea Yankelevich (FSN employee) for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay during the period of September 7-10, 2005 for the purpose of meeting with representative [...]
2005-09-06 20:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION1129PARAGUAY: HURRICANE RELIEF-- CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
[...] Post received the following additional information on the offer of chemical products to support Hurricane Katrina relief efforts: Esteban Morabito, President of M.A.A.H.S.A, a chemical production company, has offered to send a large quantity of chemical products for pest control to assist wit [...]
2005-09-06 21:46:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAID PREL US PA AMER
05ASUNCION1131PARAGUAY: ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE OFFERS FOR
[...] On 9/6 Post received the following additional offers of assistance for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts from Paraguayan individuals in the private sector: -- Luis Pettengill and Jose D. Bogarin, of the company Frigorifico Guarani, S.A.--a meat processing company that is the exclusive provid [...]
2005-09-06 21:51:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR EAID PREL US PA
05ASUNCION1136PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-08 18:54:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION1137PARAGUAY: BRINGING UN CTC PRESSURE TO BEAR UPON
[...] (U) Action Request. See para. 2 and 8. 2. (C) Summary. GOP adoption of key anti-money laundering (AML) and counter terrorism (CT) legislation represents a high USG priority given concerns about money laundering and counter terror financing in the Tri-Border Area (TBA). Money launderin [...]
2005-09-09 12:13:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PTER KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1139TFUS01: PARAGUAY OFFERS ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE FOR
[...] On 9/8, Post received two additional offers of assistance for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts from Paraguayan individuals in the private sector: -- Marie Lopez Espinola, director of local artisans guild, has offered to organize a blood drive in coordination with the Paraguayan Ministry of H [...]
2005-09-09 15:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR EAID PREL US PA
05ASUNCION1144PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, SEPTEMBER
[...] (U) Summary -- Duarte to Veto Public Bank Law -- Deputies Block Investigation of Amambay Governor -- Esso Scores Judicial Victory -- Duarte-Frutos a Candidate for ANR Presidency -- Castiglioni Meets Senate about US-GOP Relations ------------------------------ [...]
2005-09-12 20:37:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL KCRM ETRD ECON PA
05ASUNCION1145COUNTRY CLEARANCE REQUEST FOR OSCAR RIVERA
[...] This is an action message. Please see paragaraphs 2 to 5. 2. Country clearance is requested for Oscar E. Rivera, INL Assistant, Diplomatic Passport No. 900342540 (Security Clearance: Secret) for travel to Buenos Aires and Mar de Plata from September 15, 2005 to September 25, 2005 for the p [...]
2005-09-12 20:37:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA PA
05ASUNCION1146FY06 CALL FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS TO ENGLISH TEACHING
[...] Post would like to order 400 subscriptions at USD 3.00 per subscription. 2. Please ship via APO to Amembassy Asuncion, Public Diplomacy; Attn. PAO Bruce P. Kleiner; Unit 4732; APO AA 34036. Fiscal data for shipping will be provided as soon as post receives shipping cost estimate. 3. Pl [...]
2005-09-12 20:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDABUD AFIN AMGT KPAO OEXC SCUL
05ASUNCION1147COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY INTERMITTENT ADVISOR
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Intermittent Advisor Graciano Velez (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of SIPDIS September 19-24, 2005, for the purpose of providing technical assistance to the Superintendent of Banks in the area of i [...]
2005-09-12 20:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1148COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY'S GOVERNMENT DEBT
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Ellyn Greenwald, Government Debt Issuance and Management (GDIM) Advisor, Department of Treasury (Security clearance: pending secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period on or SIPDIS around September 18-September 24, 2005 for the purpose of [...]
2005-09-12 20:44:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1149PARAGUAY: POST PLAN FOR UNSCR 1617
[...] (U) Sensitive but unclassified. Please protect accordingly. 2. (SBU) Post agrees with Department's view on the importance of the passage of UNSCR 1617 and has developed an action plan as suggested in refel. Our public diplomacy strategy plans to incorporate all relevant points into our [...]
2005-09-12 20:52:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKTFN ETTC EFIN PTER KSEP CVIS KPAO OIIP PA
05ASUNCION1150PARAGUAY: BRIEFING PARAGUAY'S NEW AG ON U.S.
[...] SUMMARY: ON SEPTEMBER 8TH, THE DCM, USAID/PARAGUAY DIRECTOR AND USAID DEMOCRACY OFFICER MET WITH THE NEW ATTORNEY GENERAL, DR. RUBEN CANDIA AMARILLA, TO DISCUSS USG PRIORITIES ON MONEY LAUNDERING AND COUNTER TERRORISM LEGISLATION AND PENAL CODE REFORM AS WELL AS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BEING PROV [...]
2005-09-12 21:13:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAID PGOV PREL KJUS PA
05ASUNCION1151 VISAS VIPER REPORT FOR AUGUST 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-12 21:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION1154PARAGUAY'S VICE PRESIDENT VISITS SENATE TO EXPLAIN
[...] (SBU) Summary: On 9/7, at the "invitation" of Senate President Carlos Filizzola (PPS),Vice President Luis Castiglioni explained to Senate leaders in closed session the reasons for the recent SECDEF visit to Paraguay. Castiglioni reiterated that there was no secret agenda behind the visit, su [...]
2005-09-13 11:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV PINR MARR KCRM BR AR VE CU
05ASUNCION1162PARAGUAY: RESPONDING TO MISINFORMATION ON
[...] This is an action request. See Para 6. 2. The media and government officials in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay continue to make statements about U.S.-Paraguayan military cooperation that have absolutely no basis in fact. These media reports and officials claim, inter al [...]
2005-09-14 12:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL OPRC PGOV MARR MASS PA
05ASUNCION1164FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0020 2. 091405 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2947 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 101705 09 [...]
2005-09-14 15:02:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1165 FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0019 2. 091405 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Area de Contrataciones, UCP 6C. MEC--Ministerio de Educacion y Culto Calle Gral. Diaz 521, Edif. Faro, P.4 Asuncion, Paraguay Ph/Fx: (595-21) 448214 7. Refer To: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: [...]
2005-09-14 15:02:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1166FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0018 2. 091405 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2364 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 100505 09 [...]
2005-09-14 15:02:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1167(C) AMBASSADOR URGES STRONGER ACTION ON CUSTOMS BY
[...] (C) In a meeting requested by the Ambassador, Minister Bergen supported the Ambassador,s requests that a new investigative unit to be created in Customs fall directly under the supervision of the Customs Director, and that members of that unit and two others in the Ministry of Finance be subj [...]
2005-09-14 20:44:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALECON ETRD KMCA KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1169TFUS01: PARAGUAY: ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE OFFER FOR
[...] On 9/12 Post received the following additional offers of assistance for Hurricane relief efforts: -- Anibal Valiente, president of the Association of Local Employees at Post, announced that his organization would like to assist with donations to the victims of the hurricane. Mr. Valiente not [...]
2005-09-15 18:23:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAEMR EAID PREL US PA
05ASUNCION1170 NEW IIP PUBLICATION OFFERING: HOW THE U.S. IS
[...] Post would like to order 150 copies in Spanish of subject publication at USD .65 ea. 2. Please ship via APO to Amembassy Asuncion, Public Diplomacy; Attn. PAO Bruce P. Kleiner; Unit 4732; APO AA 34036. Fiscal data for shipping will be provided as soon as post receives shipping cost estim [...]
2005-09-15 19:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1173PARAGUAY: NO GET OUT OF JAIL FREE CARD FOR LINO
[...] (C) Summary: In late August, rumors circulated that imprisoned former general Lino Oviedo's Union of Ethical Citizens (UNACE) party was attempting to negotiate his early release from prison as part of a political deal. Although the presidents of UNACE and the ruling Colorado (ANR) party denie [...]
2005-09-16 15:45:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KJUS PINR PA
05ASUNCION1174PARAGUAY SUMMIT: OPPOSITION ABSENT, BUT GOOD WORDS
[...] (U) Summary. On 9/13 President Duarte convened a meeting with senior officials from the executive, legislative and judicial branches to discuss issues that included foreign relations, internal security, corruption, the 2006 budget, and Mercosur. Duarte, Senate President Carlos Filizzola, Cou [...]
2005-09-16 15:47:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ECON PA
05ASUNCION1177CONVERSATION WITH PRESIDENT DUARTE
[...] (C) Summary: On September 14, I called on President Nicanor Duarte Frutos (NDF) to urge his involvement in seeking enactment of an anti-money laundering bill, and he concurred. We also talked about a September 16-18 workshop to help the GOP develop national security strategies and a State-fu [...]
2005-09-19 16:14:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PTER ETRD US PY
05ASUNCION1178COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR REAC ROSEMARIE ARENS TO
[...] As requested in reference telegram, country clearance is granted for Rosemarie Arens, Regional Educational Advising Coordinator for South America, travel to Asuncion during the period of 9/25/05 to 9/28/05. The contact officer for the visit is Bruce P. Kleiner,PAO, office tel.: (595-21) 213- [...]
2005-09-19 16:23:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDASEC KPAO SCUL PE
05ASUNCION1180COUNTRY CLEARANCE RESPONSE FOR AMBASSADOR ELLEN
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Ambassador Ellen Sauerbrey, for travel to Asuncion during the period of 28 Sep 2005 to 01 Oct 2005, and Perlita Muirui during the period of 25 Sep 2005 to 01 Oct 2005, for the purpose of participating in the 1st Ladies Conference. The contact office [...]
2005-09-19 17:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC KWMN SOCI PA
05ASUNCION1181PARAGUAY'S RURAL UNREST: A RELATIVE CALM
[...] (SBU) President Duarte's about-face and clear message that he would not tolerate road closures or land invasions served the useful purpose of dampening the rural unrest that captured continuous media attention and occasionally disrupted transportation and agricultural operations last year (ref [...]
2005-09-20 11:41:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPINR PGOV PREL PHUM ECON EAGR ELAB KDEM PA
05ASUNCION1186PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, SEPTEMBER
[...] (U) Summary -- Paraguay Fourth Worst in Wealth Disparities -- Paraguay Rejects Brazilian FM Statement ------------------------------------------- Paraguay Fourth Worst in Wealth Disparities ------------------------------------------- 2. (U) On 9/12, the United Nations Represe [...]
2005-09-20 19:18:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV PA PREL ECON
05ASUNCION1188 NEW EDITION OF IIP'S "OUTLINE OF U.S. HISTORY"
[...] Post would like to order 200 copies in Spanish of subject publication at USD 2.30 ea. 2. Please ship via APO to Amembassy Asuncion, Public Diplomacy; Attn. PAO Bruce P. Kleiner; Unit 4732; APO AA 34036. Fiscal data for shipping will be provided as soon as post receives shipping cost esti [...]
2005-09-20 20:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION1190PARAGUAYAN VP ON ATA TRAINING, CHDS WORKSHOP,
[...] (C) Begin summary: Sept. 15 Ambassador informed VP Castiglioni of State ATA anti-kidnapping training at FBI academy for 24 Paraguayans Dec. 5-16 (ref B.) They also discussed: CHDS security workshop; money laundering and penal procedure reform; and backsliding on airline price deregulation, t [...]
2005-09-21 12:24:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL MASS PTER ECON CVIS PINR PA KJUS
05ASUNCION1191COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR FINCEN REPRESENTATIVE
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Representative of the Department of Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN),Regional Specialist Jennifer Showell (Security clearance: Top secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of September 25-October 1, 2005, for the pu [...]
2005-09-21 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEFIN PREL PTER SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1192FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0028 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2947 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: 102405 09 [...]
2005-09-21 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1193FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0027 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin. Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2947 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: 102405 0 [...]
2005-09-21 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1194FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0026 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Organo Regional de Compras 6C. Itaipu Binacional Calle De La Residenta 1075, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Fax: (595-21) 248-1714 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 102005 09:00 AM 9. [...]
2005-09-21 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1195FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0025 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2947 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: 101905 09 [...]
2005-09-21 19:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1196FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0024 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Departamento de Licitaciones 6C. ANDE--Admin.Nacional de Electricidad Av. Espana 1268, PB Asuncion, Paraguay Phone/Fax: (595-21) 217-2947 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 101805 09 [...]
2005-09-21 19:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1197 FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0023 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Lic. Emilio Presentado, Director 6C. MOPC - U. Operativa de Contrataciones Calle Oliva y Alberdi, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Ph/Fx: (595-21)414-9820 7. Refer to: LLAMADO No. 3/2005 8. Bid deadlin [...]
2005-09-21 19:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1198 FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0022 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Lic. Emilio Presentado, Director 6C. MOPC - U. Operativa de Contrataciones Calle Oliva y Alberdi, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Ph/Fx: (595-21)414-9820 7. Refer to: LLAMADO No. 3/2005 8. Bid deadlin [...]
2005-09-21 19:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1199 FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0021 2. 092105 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Lic. Emilio Presentado, Director 6C. MOPC - U. Operativa de Contrataciones Calle Oliva y Alberdi, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Ph/Fx: (595-21)414-9820 7. Refer to: LLAMADO No. 3/2005 8. Bid deadlin [...]
2005-09-21 19:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION1201COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR CARLOS J. TORRES -
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Carlos J. Torres for travel to Asuncion during the period of October 16 to October 21, 2005 for the purpose of collecting data for program study of Peace Corps Paraguay. The contact officer for the visit is the James Geenen, Peace Corps Country Di [...]
2005-09-22 11:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDASEC
05ASUNCION1202PARAGUAY: LIBERAL PARTY LEADER DISCUSSES ELECTORAL
[...] (U) Summary. In a 9/19 meeting with the Ambassador, Sen. Armando Espinola, the Senate leader for the Liberal Party, Paraguay,s leading opposition party, discussed plans for dealing with party dissidents in Congress and seeking an alliance with other political parties. He bemoaned the rulin [...]
2005-09-22 12:10:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION1204PARAGUAY: IPR-UNIT NABS CUSTOMS OFFICIAL
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified. Please protect accordingly. 2. (SBU) SUMMARY: On 9/15, during a Treasury Department training course, Col. Felix Cruz, the director of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce's (MIC) INL-funded Specialized Technical Unit (UTE) coordinated with pro [...]
2005-09-22 15:21:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON KCRM KIPR PA PGOV PREL
05ASUNCION1212RETRANSMISSION: PARAGUAY: RESPONDING TO
[...] Post is retransmitting the substantive text of reftel in light of continued interest and inquiries from other posts and offices. Paragraphs 2 though 4, below, provide background. Paragraph 5, below, contains talking points. Other posts and offices may draw from the talking points in respondi [...]
2005-09-26 11:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV MARR MASS OPRC PA
05ASUNCION1213PARAGUAY'S 2006 BUDGET PROPOSAL, PUBLIC BANK LAW
[...] (U) This cable is Sensitive but Unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) Paraguay's 2006 budget proposal, recently submitted to Congress, projects a fiscal deficit of 0.66% of GDP, with 2006 real GDP growth of 3.5 percent (vice 3.25 percent for 2005 [...]
2005-09-26 12:51:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1214PARAGUAY'S 2006 BUDGET PROPOSAL, PUBLIC BANK LAW
[...] (U) This cable is Sensitive but Unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) Paraguay's 2006 budget proposal, recently submitted to Congress, projects a fiscal deficit of 0.66% of GDP, with 2006 real GDP growth of 3.5 percent (vice 3.25 percent for 2005 [...]
2005-09-26 12:53:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1215MINISTER OF FINANCE REQUESTS BUDGET EXECUTION
[...] (U) This cable is Sensitive but Unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) Finance Minister Bergen has asked the Ambassador for USG assistance with a major overhaul of the Ministry's financial management function, as part of a general restructuring of [...]
2005-09-26 13:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1216MINISTER OF FINANCE REQUESTS BUDGET EXECUTION
[...] (U) This cable is Sensitive but Unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) Finance Minister Bergen has asked the Ambassador for USG assistance with a major overhaul of the Ministry's financial management function, as part of a general restructuring of [...]
2005-09-26 13:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PA
05ASUNCION1217COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR PATRICK MARCHAM - HHS
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for PATRICK MARCHAM, International Health Officer / Office for Global Health Affairs/USHHS/LTS Corporation, for travel to Asuncion during the period of 25 September 2005 to 30 September 2005 for the purpose of participating in the 1st Ladies Conference [...]
2005-09-26 15:32:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC OTRA PA
05ASUNCION1218PARAGUAY: THE DUARTE ADMINISTRATION AT TWO YEARS
[...] (U) President Nicanor Duarte Frutos remains the dominant figure on the political scene. Earlier this month, he announced his candidacy for his Party's presidency; he and his supporters continue to explore prospects for amending the Constitution so as to allow him to run for reelection in 200 [...]
2005-09-26 15:32:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL ECON PINR PA PTER KCRM PAC
05ASUNCION1219PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, SEPTEMBER
[...] (U) Summary: -- Colorado Deputy Receives Light Sentence -- Dissident Liberals Return to the Fold -- Congress Approves Controversial Expropriation -- Youth March to Protest U.S. Military Presence -- MEDRETE Sends Message of Hope --------------------------------------- Colorado Deputy R [...]
2005-09-26 21:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL ECON MASS MARR KDEM KJUS PA
05ASUNCION1222PARAGUAY AND VENEZUELA: MORE ON CHAVEZ ACTIVITIES
[...] (U) The following information responds to Department's action request in ref H and supplements information previously reported in ref I. 2. (S/NF) SUMMARY: Post has no new information regarding campesino trips to Venezuela funded by the GOV for ""special indoctrination training."" The website ww [...]
2005-09-27 18:58:00Embassy AsuncionSECRET//NOFORNPGOV PREL PTER PINR MARR ETRD PA VE
05ASUNCION1223PARAGUAY SUPPORTS SUA NONPROLIFERATION AMENDMENTS
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-27 21:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKNNP MNUC PARM PREL KTIA PHSA EWWT PA
05ASUNCION1224(SBU) PARAGUAY: REFERENCES TO SOFA AGAINST U.S.
[...] (U) This is an action request; see paragraph 6. 2. (SBU) We enjoy excellent military-to-military relations with Paraguay, and for many years Paraguay has provided an open and permissive environment for exercises and other military initiatives. The U.S. has an important policy interest in p [...]
2005-09-27 21:38:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL MARR PA
05ASUNCION1228 VISAS VIPER REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-09-28 18:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION1229 COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR MS. CAROLYN MERMON, REGIONAL
[...] Country clearance is granted for Ms. Carolyn Mermon, Regional Medical Technologist from Mexico City, for travel to Asuncion during the period of October 5 to October 8, 2005 for the purpose of providing support to Post and to visit local laboratories and blood banks, per reftel. The contact [...]
2005-09-28 18:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMED
05ASUNCION1234LES CY 2006 Compensation Questionnaire
[...] Responses are keyed to reftel: --------------------------------------------- ------ Questionnaire: --------------------------------------------- ------ Â [...]
2005-09-30 11:32:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAFSN AMGT KICA PA
05ASUNCION1236BLUE LANTERN LEVEL 3: 05-965932 AND 05-967860
[...] On September 21, Econoff and ARSO visited the premises of Vill Distribudores to complete a pre-license check per action request in Ref A. Prior to the visit, Econoff spoke via telephone with the current proprietor of the business, Mr. Carlos Villasanti. Villasanti is the son-in-law of former [...]
2005-10-03 18:52:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBEXP PGOV PA
05ASUNCION1239TRAVEL INFORMATION FOR CRISTINA ESCRIBA TO ATTEND
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-03 20:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO APER AFSN AFSI
05ASUNCION1242PARAGUAY'S PLAN TO FORMALIZE CDE
[...] The GOP has announced a new tax plan designed to help formalize the economy of Ciudad del Este, situated on the border with Brazil. The system will be voluntary and is expected to take effect in November. Participants will receive benefits such as lower tariffs and lower up-front tax paymen [...]
2005-10-04 14:52:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN ETRD KIPR KCRM KMCA KTFN PREL PA
05ASUNCION1244PARAGUAY: U.S. UNGA FIRST COMMITTEE (UNFC)
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-04 18:09:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPARM PREL CDG UNGA
05ASUNCION1245PARAGUAY: THE SUMMIT OF THE AMERICAS DECLARATION
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-04 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PGOV KSUM
05ASUNCION1246PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, SEPT. 25 -
[...] (U) Summary -- Export Agency Head To Visit Iran -- Death Of Customs Official Leaves Questions -- LOA for INL Funds Signed -- SENAD Agents Arrest Narco-Trafficker in Asuncion -- Paraguay 5th Worst in Global Competitiveness Report -- Asuncion Hosts First Ladi [...]
2005-10-04 19:12:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV PA PREL ECON
05ASUNCION1248PARAGUAY: PRESIDENTIAL REELECTION HURDLES HIGH BUT
[...] (U) SUMMARY: For several months, there has been speculation that supporters of President Duarte would seek modifications to the Constitution that would allow Duarte to run for reelection. Amending the Constitution would require that Article 229 of the Constitution be changed. The process for [...]
2005-10-05 14:19:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV KDEM PINR PA
05ASUNCION1249PARAGUAYAN LEADERS GATHER TO DEVELOP SECURITY PLAN
[...] Summary. On 9/16-9/18, senior Paraguayan officials gathered for a workshop sponsored by the Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies (CHDS) to discuss developing a national security plan. This workshop grew out of a visit by Vice President Castiglioni to the U.S. in May with leading U.S. offi [...]
2005-10-05 17:38:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PINR PTER KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1256CORRECTED TRAVEL INFORMATION FOR CRISTINA ESCRIBA
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-06 19:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO APER AFSN AFSI
05ASUNCION1258PARAGUAY: PARAGUAY COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TRAINING
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for -ELIZABETH D'AURIA -AMY YOUNG during the period of OCT/6/05 to OCT/13/05 for: -MARK ALMON -THOMAS MILLER -MARK MALDONADO during the period of OCT/8/05 to OCT/13/05 for: -DEBORAH A. MCCARTHY -CAROLIN [...]
2005-10-06 20:59:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKJUS KCRM ABUD AFIN PA POL
05ASUNCION1259PARAGUAY: URGENT HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON
[...] (U) ACTION REQUEST: In support of the Office of Defense Cooperation, Post is requesting an expedited Human Rights Vetting, in accordance with the Leahy Amendment, of the individuals listed below that will be attending DOD sponsored training. All training activities are scheduled to begin on M [...]
2005-10-06 21:03:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL MOPS PA
05ASUNCION1260PARAGUAY: BRAZIL SEEKING GREATER COOPERATION ON
[...] (C) Summary. On 10/5, Emboffs met with Brazilian Embassy Poloffs to discuss views on GOP reform efforts, particularly as they relate to efforts to combat contraband, money laundering, and other illicit activities in the Tri-Border Area (TBA). Brazilian PolCouns conveyed an interest in deepe [...]
2005-10-06 21:11:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER KCRM PA BR
05ASUNCION1261PARAGUAY: TRIAL SET FOR SUSPECTED TERRORIST
[...] (C) SUMMARY: Paraguayan courts will summon indicted Lebanese businessman, Kassem Hijazi, who is charged with tax evasion, criminal association, and violating accounting regulations, to a preliminary oral hearing on October 25. Because back taxes, interest, and fines could surpass USD 7 mill [...]
2005-10-06 21:14:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPTER PGOV KCRM KTFN ETTC PA
05ASUNCION1263PARAGUAY: DOJ/OPDAT COUNTRY CLEARANCE Cable FOR
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for OPDAT Program ANALYST CHRISTIAAN DE LUIGI (Clearance level Secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of SIPDIS OCT/7/05 to OCT/13/05 for the purpose of PARTICIPATING IN A REGIONAL CONFERENCE ON FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE UNITS AND THEIR ROLE [...]
2005-10-07 11:54:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKJUS KCRM ABUD AFIN PA POL
05ASUNCION1265PARAGUAY: ICJ ELECTIONS
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-07 12:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PA UNSC UNGA
05ASUNCION1266PARAGUAY: TERRORISM FINANCE COORDINATION OFFICER
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-07 13:37:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPTER KTFN KVPR EFIN ETTC PREL PA
05ASUNCION1267PARAGUAY IPR UPDATE: PATENT LAW MODIFICATIONS RAISE
[...] Summary. This cable provides a tour de horizon of a number of Intellectual Property issues in Paraguay. Modifications to Paraguay's patent law enacted in July could violate TRIPS, particularly relating to preliminary injunctions. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce will seek USG guidance [...]
2005-10-07 14:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON KIPR PREL PA
05ASUNCION1270COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR JTIC USDEL AND ASSOCIATED
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for members of the U.S. Delegation to the U.S.-Paraguay JCTI: (1) Mary Teresa Sullivan, USTR, delegation head, (Security clearance: top secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of October 11-13, 2005; (2) David Nolan, State/WHA/BSC (Security cl [...]
2005-10-11 11:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDETRD OTRA PA
05ASUNCION1272PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT. 01 -
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-11 16:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON SNAR KDEM PA
05ASUNCION1279PARAGUAY: HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON MILITARY
[...] (U) ACTION REQUEST: In support of the Office of Defense Cooperation, Post is requesting an expedited Human Rights Vetting, in accordance with the Leahy Amendment, of the individuals listed below that are attending DOD sponsored training. This list supplements the list transmitted in ref. B. [...]
2005-10-12 15:25:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL MOPS PA
05ASUNCION1281PARAGUAY'S 2005 THIRD QUARTER INL REPORT
[...] (U) Summary: - QUARTERLY ACTIVITIES - PROGRAM DISCUSSION - QUARTRLY SENAD STATISTIC QUARTERLY ACTIVITIES - COUNTERNARCOTICS 2. (U) On August 13, it was reported that retired police officer Zunilda Roig, her brother Jaime Ruben Roig Baez and 12 other individuals were imprisoned after [...]
2005-10-12 15:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYSNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1290PARAGUAY: NEW ATTORNEY GENERAL RUBEN CANDIA
[...] (U) Biographic information of the new Attorney General Ruben Candia Amarilla. 2. (U) Ruben Candia Amarilla replaced former Attorney General Oscar Latorre (2000-2005) after his five-year term expired at the end of August 2005. The Paraguayan Senate approved Candia,s appointment on Augus [...]
2005-10-13 20:53:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPINR PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION1294PARAGUAY ON REQUEST FOR RESETTLEMENT ASSISTANCE OF
[...] (U) On 10/14, PolOff delivered reftel talking points to MFA North America Desk Officer Luis Sosa. Sosa advised that he would forward the points to MFA Americas Director Cynthia Filartiga and MFA Bilateral Affairs Director Ambassador Ceferino Valdez. 2. (C) According to Sosa, there is no kn [...]
2005-10-14 15:16:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALMOPS PREL PTER KAWC PHUM PREF PINR PA
05ASUNCION1296PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT. 09 -
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-17 13:03:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PA SNAR
05ASUNCION1300PARAGUAY DEMOCRACY BUILDING: SUCCESS STORIES AND
[...] In support of the Secretary's emphasis on transformational diplomacy and the request of FSI's Leadership and Management School, the following is a short list of success stories and best practices, submitted AMEmbassy Asuncion. ----------------- Municipal Finance ----------------- 2. USA [...]
2005-10-17 21:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAFSI KDEM PA EAID
05ASUNCION1312FBI DIRECTOR MUELLER'S VISIT TO PARAGUAY:
[...] (SBU) Director Mueller, Embassy Asuncion warmly welcomes your visit as an opportunity to promote U.S. law enforcement interests and security cooperation with Paraguay. You come at a sensitive time, following a recent SECDEF visit that generated considerable press and political activity calling [...]
2005-10-19 19:34:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PTER SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1313PARAGUAY: ISRAEL AT UNGA - HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-19 20:54:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL IS UNGA
05ASUNCION1314PARAGUAY: ISRAEL AT UNGA - OPPOSING ANTI-ISRAEL
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-19 20:55:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL IS UNGA
05ASUNCION1315PARAGUAY: SEEKING SUPPORT FOR THE IRAQI REFERENDUM
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-19 21:01:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKDEM KPAO PREL PGOV IZ
05ASUNCION1321UNESCO AND PARAGUAY: US APPEAL UNSUCESSFUL ON
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-20 21:34:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDETRD PREL PHUM SCUL UNESCO
05ASUNCION1322PARAGUAY SEEKING INTERNAL CONSENSUS ON US WTO AG
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-21 11:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR ETRD PA WTRO
05ASUNCION1324AMBASSADOR SHOWCASES ASUNCIONS BIODIVERSITY,
[...] On Oct. 6, Ambassador hosted members of local conservation organization Guyra Paraguay, along with environmentalists, businesspeople and media representatives to observe the wealth of flora and fauna contained within the 10-acre Embassy compound. The event featured the debut of two fold-out g [...]
2005-10-21 14:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSENV ETRD ECON PA
05ASUNCION1326PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT. 16 -
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-24 12:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PA SNAR TBIO
05ASUNCION1328PARAGUAY HOSTS LATIN AMERICAN FIRST LADIES
[...] (U) SUMMARY: From September 28-30, Paraguay hosted the 13th Conference of First Ladies, Spouses, and Representatives of Heads of State and Government of the Americas. The substantive theme of the 13th Conference was "Women and Family." First Ladies from 11 countries attended, including Co [...]
2005-10-24 12:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PHUM KWMN PA
05ASUNCION1329PARAGUAY: UPDATE ON CUBAS KIDNAPPING CASE
[...] (U) Summary: On October 13, a Paraguayan judge indicted 15 suspects in the kidnapping and murder of Cecilia Cubas. Several of the defendants have ties to the leftist Free Fatherland Party (Partido Patria Libre, or "PPL"). The judge stayed the proceedings with respect to three individuals who [...]
2005-10-24 12:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PTER PINR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1330PARAGUAY: TIP TIER 2 ACTION PLAN
[...] (U) On 10/18, POLOFF delivered reftel points on the Paraguay TIP Tier 2 Action Plan to Julio Peralta, Director of International Organizations within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Peralta indicated that he would review and discuss the issue with his colleagues at the Ministry of Foreign Aff [...]
2005-10-24 12:27:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALKCRM KWMN PHUM SMIG PREL PA
05ASUNCION1331PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT. 16 -
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-24 12:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PA SNAR TBIO
05ASUNCION1332PARAGUAY: TIP TIER 2 ACTION PLAN
[...] (U) On 10/18, POLOFF delivered reftel points on the Paraguay TIP Tier 2 Action Plan to Julio Peralta, Director of International Organizations within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Peralta indicated that he would review and discuss the issue with his colleagues at the Ministry of Foreign Aff [...]
2005-10-24 12:30:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALKCRM KWMN PHUM SMIG PREL PA
05ASUNCION1333HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON PARAGUAYAN
[...] THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST FOR WHA/AND. SEE PARA 2. AND 3. 2. PER REFTEL, POST IS HEREBY REQUESTING DEPARTMENT OF STATE TO INITIATE A HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LEAHY AMENDMENT, OF THE INDIVIDUALS LISTED BELOW THAT ARE SCHEDULED TO ATTEND DOD SPONSORED TRAINING. A. [...]
2005-10-24 12:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV MASS PA
05ASUNCION1334HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON PARAGUAYAN
[...] THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST FOR WHA/AND. SEE PARA 2. AND 3. 2. PER REFTEL, POST IS HEREBY REQUESTING DEPARTMENT OF STATE TO INITIATE A HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LEAHY AMENDMENT, OF THE INDIVIDUALS LISTED BELOW THAT ARE SCHEDULED TO ATTEND DOD SPONSORED TRAINING. A. [...]
2005-10-24 12:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV MASS PA
05ASUNCION1339 VLA CERTIFICATION - ASUNCION
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-25 19:33:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDCVIS CMGT PY
05ASUNCION1342PARAGUAY: CDS CLAIMS `SIGNIFICANT' QUANTITIES OF
[...] (U) This cable is sensitive but unclassified. Please protect accordingly. ------- Summary ------- 2. (SBU) After a lull of nearly thirty years in hydrocarbon exploration, a Paraguayan company, CDS Energy, is undertaking an exploration and drilling project in the country's Chaco region [...]
2005-10-26 19:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYENRG ECON PA
05ASUNCION1343COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Regional Agricultural Counselor Robert Hoff (Security clearance: top secret),and Agricultural Specialist Francisco Pirovano SIPDIS (LES),for travel to Asuncion during the period of November 7-9, 2005 for the purpose of meeting with GOP animal he [...]
2005-10-26 19:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR PA
05ASUNCION1344COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR JOHN MOSESSO, ROGER SYRE AND
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for USGS Biologist John Mosesso (Security clearance: none),Geographer Roger Sayre (Security clearance: none),and Technical Information Specialist Andrea Grosse, (Security clearance: none) for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from November 10-2 [...]
2005-10-26 19:50:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDTPHY OTRA KSCA PA
05ASUNCION1345PARAGUAY: ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING SECRETARIAT
[...] SUMMARY: On October 11, Paraguay,s Anti-Money Laundering Secretariat (SEPRELAD) presented its rules and procedures for SIPDIS banks and other monetary institutions subject to reporting requirements under the Superintendent of Banks. SEPRELAD,s statutory powers provided by the current anti- [...]
2005-10-26 21:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV KCRM KTFN ETTC PA
05ASUNCION1351PARAGUAY: POLOFFS KEY TO ADVANCING MPP OBJECIVES
[...] This is an Action Request. See para. 6 2. Summary. Post's Political Section is currently staffed by an 02 Polcouns and three 04 Poloffs. The poloff slots have proven critical to advancing post's MPP Goals in the areas of Democracy, Counter Terrorism, and Combating Transnational Crime. [...]
2005-10-31 14:35:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDHR PA
05ASUNCION1353PARAGUAY: DEMARCHE ON IRANIAN PRESIDENT'S
[...] No summary [...]
2005-10-31 18:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PHUM IR PA PTEL
05ASUNCION1355PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT. 23 -
[...] No summary [...]
2005-11-01 11:39:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PA
05ASUNCION1356COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR GREGORY M. ADAMS
[...] As requested in reference telegram, country clearance is granted for Gregory M. Adams, WHA/PDA Deputy Director, travel to Asuncion to view PAS operations during the period of 11/07/05 to 11/10/05. The contact officer for the visit is Bruce P. Kleiner,PAO, office tel.: (595-21) 213-715, ext. 2 [...]
2005-11-01 12:56:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA AR PA
05ASUNCION1357PARAGUAY ON ICJ ELECTIONS
[...] No summary [...]
2005-11-01 16:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPA UNGA UNSC
05ASUNCION1359COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS ALAN BEBER
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Advisors (1) Alan Beber (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of October 31 to November 19, 2005, and (2) Lee Niederman (Security clearance: secret) for travel to Asuncion during the period of November 12 to [...]
2005-11-02 11:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION1378PARAGUAY: SECOND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
[...] (SBU) Modesto Guggiari was elected in the 2003 general elections as a Senator representing the Authentic Radical Liberal Party (PLRA). In June 2005, Guggiari broke ranks with Liberal Party leadership in forming a coalition with the governing Colorado Party that resulted in his gaining electi [...]
2005-11-07 20:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPINR PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION1379PARAGUAY: PRESIDENT OF THE CENTRAL BANK MONICA
[...] (SBU) President Duarte nominated Monica Perez as the President of the Central Bank in April 2005, receiving much attention for his choice of a "technocrat" rather than a political ally. The Senate confirmed her nomination in June 2005. 2. (SBU) Perez has a tough, no nonsense style and [...]
2005-11-07 20:32:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPINR PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION1380PARAGUAY: PRESIDENT OF THE HOUSE OF DEPUTIES
[...] (SBU) Victor Bogado was elected as a National Deputy as a member of the Colorado Party (ANR) during the 2003 general elections. He represents the Central Department, which surrounds Asuncion. In June 2005, his peers elected him President of the House of Deputies as the Colorado Party's offi [...]
2005-11-07 20:33:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPINR PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION1381PARAGUAY: FIRST VICE PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
[...] (SBU) Senator Velazquez, a key founder of the National Union for Ethical Citizens Party (UNACE),was elected as a Senator representing UNACE in the 2003 general elections. However, in 2005, Velazquez renounced his affiliation with UNACE and returned to the Colorado Party. Velazquez served a [...]
2005-11-07 20:35:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPINR PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION1383PARAGUAY: VICE PRESIDENT ASKS CHARGE TO DELAY
[...] (SBU) Vice President Castiglioni (Acting President and our strongest supporter within the GOP) asked Charge directly 11/2 to delay visit by General Craddock until after the Colorado internal elections February 19, 2006. 2. (SBU) Castiglioni said the current atmosphere in Paraguay and the re [...]
2005-11-08 13:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL MARR PA
05ASUNCION1384PARAGUAY: OVIEDO SUPPORTERS TAKE OVER ASUNCION
[...] (U) Summary: On 10/31, hundreds of supporters of imprisoned former general Lino Oviedo took up residence in a plaza in front of the Supreme Court building, in a well organized demonstration in support of Oviedo's petition for release from prison. The demonstration has been peaceful so far, bu [...]
2005-11-08 13:31:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PINR KJUS PA
05ASUNCION1385PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT 30 -
[...] (U) Summary: -- President Duarte Visits Japan -- UNCHR Petitions Paraguay -- Eye Patients Travel to Cuba for Treatment -- Miami Vice in Paraguay ----------------------------- President Duarte Visits Japan ----------------------------- 2. (U) On 10/31, President Duarte began a three-day [...]
2005-11-08 13:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PHUM ECON PA
05ASUNCION1386PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, OCT 30 -
[...] (U) Summary: -- President Duarte Visits Japan -- UNCHR Petitions Paraguay -- Eye Patients Travel to Cuba for Treatment -- Miami Vice in Paraguay ----------------------------- President Duarte Visits Japan ----------------------------- 2. (U) On 10/31, President Duarte began a three-day [...]
2005-11-08 13:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PHUM ECON PA
05ASUNCION1390PARAGUAY: CABRAL, CORRUPTION, AND U.S. POLICY
[...] (C) On 10/26, post learned of a new attempt to promote corrupt police official Aristides Cabral with a Senate vote on 10/27, the day of Ambassador Keane's departure from Paraguay. The Embassy moved quickly with the Vice-President and other senior GOP officials as well as key Senators to sto [...]
2005-11-08 19:46:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV KCRM SNAR PINR PA
05ASUNCION1399PARAGUAY: DEMARCHE ON UN THIRD COMMITTEE AND
[...] On 11/8, A/DCM discussed reftel (A) points with the MFA's Director of International Organizations Julio Peralta stressing the importance we attached to support of the resolution on Iran. Peralta consulted with Paraguay's Mission to the UN in New York and later advised of Paraguay's intention [...]
2005-11-10 22:26:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL PA UNHRC
05ASUNCION1400PARAGUAY: SURVEY RESULTS SEND MIXED MESSAGE ON
[...] SUMMARY: The results of three recent polls send a mixed message on corruption in Paraguay. In mid-October, Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index showed Paraguay improved but still placed 144 out of the 159 countries surveyed. Separately, in late September 2005, a survey b [...]
2005-11-11 11:56:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV KCOR ECON PINR PA
05ASUNCION1413PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, NOV.06 -
[...] (U) Summary: -- SENAD Dismantles Drug Band -- Russia Plans to Open an Embassy in Paraguay -- 35 Percent of Street Children are Victims of Sexual Exploitation -------------------------- SENAD Dismantles Drug Band -------------------------- 2. (U) On 11/08, SENAD agents dismantled a drug [...]
2005-11-15 17:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PHUM SOCI KOCI SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1416CHILD PORNOGRAPHY IN PARAGUAY
[...] This is an action request. See paragraph 11. 2. SUMMARY: Abuse and neglect of Paraguayan children is a constant problem in the country. The number of complaints of mistreated children has increased in recent years with the sexual abuse and exploitation of children cited as the main problems [...]
2005-11-16 14:58:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PHUM SOCI KOCI PA
05ASUNCION1425PARAGUAY: ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING LAW UPDATE
[...] (U) Action Request. See para. 8. ------- Summary ------- 2. (C) On 10/27, the Senate Finance Commission finally took one step to move anti-money laundering (AML) legislation languishing since 2004. A Senate comment period could end in March followed by possible movement toward pas [...]
2005-11-17 23:20:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PTER KCRM PA
05ASUNCION1431PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, NOV. 13 -
[...] (U) SUMMARY -- Castiglioni Vows To Continue Anti-Crime Fight -- Bishops Say Government Is Corrupt -- Vote on Ambassador to Cuba Postponed, Again -- Venezuelan Official Comes Unhinged --------------------------------------------- Castiglioni Vows To Continue Anti-Crime Fight --------------- [...]
2005-11-21 19:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL ECON PA VE
05ASUNCION1435PARAGUAY AND COLOMBIA DISCUSS COUNTER-DRUG ISSUES
[...] (C) Summary: An official Colombian counter-drug (CD) delegation traveled to Asuncion November 2-4 to hold bilateral CD discussions with the GOP. As a result of those discussions, the GOP and GOC established a bilateral, interagency CD commission and three working groups. Upon their arrival, [...]
2005-11-22 13:39:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPGOV PREL PINR PTER MARR SNAR PA CO
05ASUNCION1440PARAGUAY: SEEKING SUPPORT FOR THE OAS MISSION IN
[...] No summary [...]
2005-11-22 21:10:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAID PTER CO PA OAS
05ASUNCION1441PARAGUAY: MDA DEMARCHE ON ADDITIONAL GENEVA
[...] No summary [...]
2005-11-22 21:12:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC PHUM PREF PREL IS SZ PA ICRC
05ASUNCION1449PARAGUAY ON CABRAL INSTRUCTIONS
[...] (SBU) On 11/25, Charge delivered ref message to Acting FM Gimenez in FM Rachid's absence. Charge noted that he previously delivered the message to VP Castiglioni and Presidential Advisor Walde and spoke to FM Rachid by phone, and that the Department had delivered the message to Ambassador Spa [...]
2005-11-28 11:46:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL SNAR KCRM PA CU VE
05ASUNCION1457PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, NOV. 20 -
[...] (U) SUMMARY: -- Just Can't Sniff Enough -- Impeachment Talk -- TIP Conviction Upheld -- Truth, Justice and the Stroessner Era ----------------------- Just Can't Sniff Enough ----------------------- 2. (U) On 11/20, Agents from the National Antinarcotics Secretariat (SENAD),with the a [...]
2005-11-28 21:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL ECON SMIG PA
05ASUNCION1460PARAGUAY ON ISRAEL AT UNGA: WILL VOTE "YES" ON
[...] Following up on Charge's 11/25 discussion with Vice FM Ginenez (ref A),PolOff met with MFA International Organizations Director Julio Peralta on 11/29 to clarify Paraguay's voting posture on ref B resolutions. Peralta confirmed that Paraguay would vote "yes" on the resolutions, consistent wi [...]
2005-11-29 18:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL IS PA UNGA
05ASUNCION1466PARAGUAY: HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-11-30 18:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PREL ODIP PGOV APER KPAO SMIG PA
05ASUNCION1468PARAGUAY: MONITORS FOR BOLIVIAN ELECTIONS
[...] (U) On 11/30, PolOff discussed reftel points with the MFA's Director of International Organizations, Julio Peralta. Mr. Peralta indicated that in the past Paraguayan NGO's and the GOP, mainly through the Elections Tribunal (TSJE),have monitored elections in the region. Peralta also indicated [...]
2005-11-30 21:12:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL BO PA
05ASUNCION148PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, JANUARY
[...] (U) SUMMARY: ---------------- -- Political Angel to Cubas Kidnapping Arrests -- Resignation Drama at Immigration -- Taiwan Seeking to Further Trade and Business Ties -- Court Rules in Favor of Continuing Extradition of Drug Trafficker ----------------------------------------- Political An [...]
2005-01-28 13:47:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PINR SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1480PARAGUAY'S INTERIOR: RELATIVE CALM AMID
[...] (SBU) Summary: PolOff traveled to the conflictive Departments of Caaguazu and San Pedro 11/21 - 11/22. The Governor of Caaguazu told PolOff that his top priority was to address insecurity -- or at least public perceptions of insecurity -- by establishing a regional police academy and a mounte [...]
2005-12-05 20:33:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPGOV PREL PINR EAGR SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1482PARAGUAY: U.S. UNGA FIRST COMMITTEE RESOLUTION ON
[...] No summary [...]
2005-12-05 21:21:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPARM PREL MNUC UNGA
05ASUNCION1489PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-12-06 19:56:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION149PARAGUAY: MONEY LAUNDERING IN CASINOS (C-TN4-01119)
[...] (U) SUMMARY: Paraguay is a principal money laundering center. Although no figures are known, Paraguayan Government officials suspect criminals, drug traffickers, and terrorist financiers use a range of illicit and licit activities to launder funds. While laws regarding casinos and a regulat [...]
2005-01-28 14:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPINR EFIN KCRM KTFN PA SOCI
05ASUNCION1498PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, DEC. 4 - 10
[...] (U) SUMMARY: -- President Signs Tourism Law -- Duarte to Run for Party President; Impeachment Proposal Submitted -- Oviedistas Hold Coordinated Protests --------------------------- President Signs Tourism Law --------------------------- 2. (U) On 12/5, President Duarte signed a new Tou [...]
2005-12-09 17:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PHUM PREL ECON PA
05ASUNCION150PARAGUAY,S MINISTER OF INDUSTRY ON REFORMS AND
[...] (C) Summary: The Ambassador raised concerns over threats to reforms and placement of corrupt officials to Minister of Industry Ernst Bergen. Bergen shared the Ambassador's concerns and added that it was vital to preserve the current economic team. Bergen said President Nicanor Duarte Frutos [...]
2005-01-28 14:17:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KJUS ECON KIPR PINR PA
05ASUNCION1503PARAGUAY: UNGA THIRD COMMITTEE THANK YOU AND
[...] No summary [...]
2005-12-13 15:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM UNGA UNHRC
05ASUNCION1509PARAGUAY'S INL 2006 PD&S REQUEST
[...] Below is Post's PD&S submission: Object Non- Proposed Actual Class FY2005 Recurring Increases FY2006 Obligations Items Plan --------------------------------------------- ------- 1122 54,400 0 (7,300) 47,1 [...]
2005-12-14 20:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN AMGT KFSC PA
05ASUNCION1510INL FISCAL CARRYOVER DATA
[...] No summary [...]
2005-12-14 20:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN AMGT KFSC PA
05ASUNCION1513PARAGUAY: 2005 COUNTRY REPORT ON TERRORISM
[...] In paras 2 and 5 respectively, please find Post's submissions on the Tri-border Area (Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil) and Paraguay for the 2005 Country Report on Terrorism. --------------------------------------------- ------- The Tri-border Area (Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil) ----------- [...]
2005-12-15 19:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPTER ASEC PA
05ASUNCION1514PARAGUAY: CONSTRUCTION OF SENAD OFFICES IN PEDRO
[...] On 12/12, Charg, DEA Director, and INL Assistant attended the ground breaking ceremony for the new National Anti-Drug Secretariat (SENAD) Operations Base, funded by INL, in the SIPDIS city of Pedro Juan Caballero (PJC),Department of Amambay, Paraguay. The ground breaking ceremony initiated [...]
2005-12-15 19:17:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION1515PARAGUAY: INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS CONTROL STRATEGY
[...] Paraguay is a principal money laundering center, involving both the banking and non-banking financial sectors. The multi-billion dollar contraband re-export trade that occurs largely on the border shared with Argentina and Brazil facilitates much of the money laundering in Paraguay. Paraguay i [...]
2005-12-16 13:44:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKTFN KCRM SNAR PTER EFIN PA
05ASUNCION152PARAGUAYAN PRESIDENT SUPPORTS COLOMBIA IN DISPUTE
[...] (C) During a lengthy meeting on other issues 1/28 (septel) President Duarte raised with the Ambassador the Colombia-Venezuela dispute. Duarte said President Uribe called him three days ago and that he supports Colombia's position. Duarte said he understands the need for "diplomatic nicetie [...]
2005-01-28 15:59:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR PA OAS
05ASUNCION158PARAGUAY,S PRESIDENT ON REFORM, DRUGS, AND
[...] (C) Ambassador followed up with President Nicanor Duarte Frutos (NDF) January 28 recent calls on the Ministers of Finance and Industry (septels) to push reform and emphasize U.S. priorities. Explaining drug certification in detail and praising significant success by SENAD, Ambassador stressed [...]
2005-01-31 17:21:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KJUS ECON KIPR PINR SNAR PA
05ASUNCION161PARAGUAYAN FM TRYING TO TURN OFF VENEZUELAN STATE
[...] (U) On January 28, just prior to a meeting with FM Leila Rachid on other matters, MFA Bilateral Affairs Director Ceferino Valdez advised Charge that Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez was going to visit Paraguay February 27-28. Valdez said that the visit was being planned in conjunction with Ch [...]
2005-01-31 19:49:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION162PARAGUAY'S END USE MONITORING REPORT
[...] No summary [...]
2005-01-31 20:09:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR PA KCRIM
05ASUNCION166TERRORIST FINANCE: DARWISH DESIGNATION
[...] No summary [...]
2005-02-01 13:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKSEP KVPR ETTC EFIN PTER CVIS KTFN PA
05ASUNCION173PARAGUAY TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS DEVELOPMENTS
[...] (U) Summary: --------------- --IADB project moving forward --Japanese Embassy announces bilateral project --NGO Luna Nueva finishes major TIP study --More Paraguayan women rescued in Argentina and Spain --Paraguay and Spain negotiating TIP agreement --President considering decree to establis [...]
2005-02-04 12:10:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPHUM KWMN SMIG PGOV PREL ELAB ASEC KCRM PINR PA
05ASUNCION188PARAGUAY TO END CUBAN DOCTORS PROGRAM
[...] (U) On February 4, Minister of Health Julio Cesar Velasquez announced that the GOP will terminate a program that brings doctors from Cuba to live and practice in rural areas of Paraguay. According to the announcement, the current group of Cuban doctors set to finish in December will be the la [...]
2005-02-07 19:58:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION196PREPARATIONS FOR THE CICTE FIFTH REGULAR SESSION
[...] On February 8, PolOff met with Julio Arriola, Director of Multilateral Affairs in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to deliver reftel demarche regarding the upcoming fifth session of the Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism (CICTE) in Port of Spain, Trinidad, February 16-18, 2005. 2. [...]
2005-02-08 18:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPTER PREL AORC PA
05ASUNCION199THE FARC AND PARAGUAY: ALLEGATIONS OF KIDNAPPING
[...] (S) Summary: AG claims that FARC involvement in Paraguay is growing, asserting he has information from GOC sources to back his statement. AG has a history of exaggeration and his claims need to be verified, but it appears that the GOP is increasingly concerned about foreign leftist influence i [...]
2005-02-08 19:08:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPREL PTER KCRM KJUS PINR SNAR CO PA
05ASUNCION200PARAGUAY'S GROWING CONCERN ABOUT LEFTIST
[...] (S) Summary: Paraguayan authorities have arrested suspects tied to the leftist Free Fatherland Party (Partido Patria Libre, or PPL) in connection with the ongoing kidnapping of Cecilia Cubas. Telephone records connect the suspects to the kidnapping and ransom negotiations. The GOP claims evid [...]
2005-02-08 19:59:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPTER PINR PREL PGOV KCRM PA
05ASUNCION206PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-02-09 19:02:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION211COLOMBIAN EMBASSY URGING GOP TO GO PUBLIC ABOUT
[...] (S) Colombian PolOff Raul Sanchez advised PolOff that the GOC wants the GOP to publicize as much information as possible regarding the FARC's involvement in the Cecilia Cubas kidnapping and other crimes in Paraguay, prior to President Uribe's meeting with President Chavez next week. The Colomb [...]
2005-02-10 13:10:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPREL PTER PINR KCRM SNAR CO PA
05ASUNCION212CUBAN MEDICAL SUPPORT TO PARAGUAY AND AN OPENING
[...] (C) SUMMARY: The ending of the Cuban Doctor program by the GOP, and concurrent GOP fears of increased ominous leftist influence and activities, presents an opportunity for the USG to draw President Duarte farther away from the allure of Cuba and Venezuela. END SUMMARY. 2. (C) Reftel note [...]
2005-02-10 17:05:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PTER PINR CU CO VE PA
05ASUNCION213PUSHING ARTICLE 98 WITH PARAGUAY
[...] (C) January 10 Charge reminded VFM Martinez (in absence of FM Rachid) of the high priority the US places on reaching agreement with the GOP providing Art. 98 protections. Noting that FM Rachid had withdrawn her request to meet A/S Rademaker last week in Washington, Charge asked Martinez to pa [...]
2005-02-10 17:16:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALMARR PGOV PREL PINR PA KICC
05ASUNCION214PARAGUAY: EMBASSY SEEKS TO AUGMENT AND ACCELERATE
[...] (C) Last week, the Paraguayan Minister of Health announced that, in December the GOP will terminate a program that brings doctors from Cuba to live and practice in rural areas of Paraguay (ref A). Embassy believes President Duarte ordered the program's termination because he has run out of pa [...]
2005-02-10 18:08:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PINR MASS PA
05ASUNCION215PARAGUAY ON MEXICO HUMAN RIGHTS INITIATIVE
[...] (C) February 10 Charge raised ref points with VFM Martinez (FM Rachid had not yet returned to the office from travel) stressing the importance of the issue. Progress on human rights, as Paraguay knows well from its own recent history, depends on holding all governments accountable in internat [...]
2005-02-10 18:43:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV MX PA CHR
05ASUNCION226PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, FEBRUARY
[...] (U) SUMMARY: ---------------- -- Colman Congressional Scandal Continues -- FonMin Meets Canadian leaders -- Paraguay Seeks TIP Extradition from Spain -- Chavez to Visit Paraguay? -- Hijazi Officially Charged -------------------------------------- Colman Congressional Scandal Continues -- [...]
2005-02-11 14:36:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PHUM KWMN SMIG ECON PINR PA
05ASUNCION308PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, FEBRUARY
[...] (U) Summary: -------------- --President Duarte and Chilean President Lagos talk security --Supreme Court rejects Barakat appeal --Prosecutors defeat teen prostitution ring --German national arrested for role in TIP ring --Colombian nationals arrested with false Bolivian passports --Fire in n [...]
2005-03-04 14:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL SMIG PHUM KCRM KWMN PINR PA
05ASUNCION355Embassy Information Campaign Spotlights Connections
[...] SUMMARY: Paraguayan law enforcement and the judiciary suffer from widespread public distrust. Moreover, few people in this remote outpost at the end of a spur line are informed about Colombia and the insidious and powerful mix of insurgency, drug trafficking, kidnapping and other crimes. P [...]
2005-03-14 20:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOIIP PTER PGOV SNAR PREL PA
05ASUNCION357PARAGUAY: IMPLEMENTING NEW SELECTION CRITERIA FOR
[...] SUMMARY: In April, the Government of Paraguay will implement a new program of selection criteria for judges, prosecutors, and public defenders, to be managed by the Council of Magistrates. This is a significant step in assuring a more independent and impartial judiciary and public ministry, [...]
2005-03-14 20:58:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV PA KCRM
05ASUNCION387CHILD MARRIAGE--PARAGUAY
[...] Per reftel, Law 1/92 stipulates that the minimum age to contract marriage is 16. The law permits marriage at age 14 with judicial authorization. The age is the same for both boys and girls. 2. Teresa Sanchez, legal advisor to the Minister for Children and Adolescents, told PolOff that chi [...]
2005-03-21 11:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM ECON ELAB PGOV SCUL SOCI KWMN PA
05ASUNCION395PARAGUAY'S CRIMINAL PROCEDURE CODE: ITS FLAWS AND
[...] (SBU) Summary: Following an assessment of the ability of prosecutors and related investigators from the Attorney General's Office to develop and prosecute effective money-laundering and terrorism-financing cases under the existing Paraguayan Criminal Procedure Code (Code),EmbOffs have underta [...]
2005-03-22 12:34:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PTER KJUS PA
05ASUNCION399PARAGUAY: DEMONSTRATORS AND PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY
[...] On 3/21, President Duarte's security detachment clashed with demonstrators in Pedro Juan Caballero while Duarte met with Governor of Amambay Department Robert Acevedo and a group of mayors and civic leaders. According to press reports, four people were arrested and several injured in the conf [...]
2005-03-22 19:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PINR SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION403PARAGUAY-COLOMBIA AGREEMENT ON SECURITY
[...] (U) Summary: During President Duarte's March 7 visit to Bogota, he and Colombian President Uribe issued a Joint Declaration committing their respective countries to assist each other in the fight against organized crime, particularly kidnapping but also arms trafficking, drug trafficking, mone [...]
2005-03-23 10:52:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER MOPS SNAR KCRM PA CO
05ASUNCION405ASUNCION - SETL RESPONSE
[...] (U) DEMONSTRATIONS A: (SBU) Are there any ethnic or religious communities in country capable of carrying out significant anti-American demonstrations? Yes. Ethnic groups with foreign influences, i.e. Lebanese Hizbollah, Palestinian radical groups. That said, there has not been a history [...]
2005-03-23 12:11:00Embassy AsuncionSECRET//NOFORNPTER ASEC
05ASUNCION411PARAGUAY ANNOUNCES PLANS TO INTRODUCE HUMAN RIGHTS
[...] (U) On March 17, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Jose Martinez publicly announced the GOP's plans to introduce a Mercosur human rights protocol that would provide for the suspension of any member state that violates human rights. The GOP hopes to garner other members' support for the protocol [...]
2005-03-23 20:22:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PHUM PINR CU CO PA VE
05ASUNCION412PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MARCH 19-23
[...] SUMMARY: -- Colorado Deputy Colman Stripped of Immunity; Will Face Investigation -- GOP Sells Brazilian Trafficker's Seized Assets -- Crockett and Tubbs in Ciudad del Este? -- Continued Crack Down in TBA Affects Local Economy --------------------------------------------- --------------- [...]
2005-03-23 20:22:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PINR SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION415 RPC MANILA E-MAIL TRACKING No. 05-5048
[...] Please charge USD 18.24 for APO shipping of Post's order to: Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526111; Organization Public Diplomacy; Function 1370; Object Code 2288. Post B&F Officer, Harold Hodges, certifies funds availability. KEANE [...]
2005-03-28 09:45:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION416PARAGUAY PETITIONS UNCHR FOR INTERNATIONAL
[...] (U) On March 17, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Jose Martinez called on the members of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights (UNCHR) meeting in Geneva to assist the GOP in prosecuting and punishing criminals responsible for kidnappings, such as in the recent case of former Paraguayan [...]
2005-03-28 09:58:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PHUM PTER KCRM CO PA
05ASUNCION417PARAGUAY: SENATE PASSES PUBLIC BANKING LAW
[...] In a special session on March 8, the Paraguayan Senate passed the public banking law establishing a single second tier public bank, complying with a performance criterion and opening the way for the fourth review of Paraguay's International Monetary Fund program. The Senate debated for about [...]
2005-03-28 10:41:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN EINV KMCA PGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION423PARAGUAY: POST SUPPORTS ICE PROPOSAL FOR A TRADE
[...] (SBU) Summary and Action Request: USG Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have proposed the creation of a Trade Transparency Module (TTM) in Paraguay, identified as the second highest priority country after Colombia. A TTM involves the use of sophisticated data mining software to ana [...]
2005-03-28 19:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD KIPR KMCA KCRM KTFN PTER PA
05ASUNCION429COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TSA CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for TSA Civil Aviation Security Inspectors Jesus Serrano (Security clearance: secret),and Diana Laguna (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from April 23-28, 2005 for the purpose of assessing airport security condi [...]
2005-03-29 17:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPTER OTRA PA
05ASUNCION430YALE SPIZZWINKS CAPTIVATE PARAGUAYAN AUDIENCES
[...] Summary: In conjunction with a performance in Buenos Aires, 14 members of the Yale Spizzwinks a cappella choir performed two standing-room only concerts in Paraguay on March 17 and 18. Their unique and engaging blend of music and humor, combined with their youthful enthusiasm and Spanish-la [...]
2005-03-29 17:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPA KPAO SCUL
05ASUNCION431AMERICAN VOICES BRINGS BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO
[...] Summary: In conjunction with performances for Embassy San Jose, Embassy Tegucigalpa and Embassy Managua, Embassy Asuncion hosted Daniel Washington, baritone, and John Ferguson, pianist, for four concerts the week of 2/21 in commemoration of Black History month. An estimated 750 people atte [...]
2005-03-29 17:20:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPA KPAO SCUL
05ASUNCION432COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR AGRICULTURAL ATTACHE
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Kari Rojas, Agricultural Attache, (Security clearance: top secret),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from March 30-April 1, 2005 for the purpose of meeting with Embassy officials and gather information for annual oilseeds report. The co [...]
2005-03-29 19:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION439COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR GRETCHEN FLANLEY
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Gretchen Flanley, International Affairs Specialist, USDA, (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from April 4-April 7, 2005 for the purpose of establishing a foundation of a cooperative relationship with GOP Minis [...]
2005-03-30 19:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION440COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR JEFFREY RAY, USDA ARS
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Jeffrey Ray, Geneticist, USDA ARS (Security clearance: none),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from April 4-April 7, 2005 for the purpose of establishing a foundation of a cooperative relationship with GOP Ministry of Agriculture for soy [...]
2005-03-30 19:33:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION441COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Robert Hoff, Regional Agricultural Counselor, (Security clearance: top secret),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from April 3-April 7, 2005 for the purpose of accompanying ARS TDY officer Gretchen Flanley to official meetings. The conta [...]
2005-03-31 09:22:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION446 VISAS VIPER REPORT FOR MARCH 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-01 11:23:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION447 VISAS VIPER REPORT FOR MARCH 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-01 11:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION451FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0007 2. 040405 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Organo Regional de Compras 6C. Itaipu Binacional Calle De La Residenta 1075, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Fax: (595-21) 248-1714 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 041905 09:00 AM 9 [...]
2005-04-04 11:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION453PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MARCH
[...] Summary ---------- --Cabral and Rienzi votes postponed --Paraguay establishes diplomatic relations with Palestine --Border problems continue, 150 Brazilians expelled --Paraguayan Navy called into action vs smuggling --Standard & Poor's maintains Paraguay's credit rating --2005 growth estimat [...]
2005-04-04 13:25:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL ECON PBTS MOPS PINR PA
05ASUNCION455CUBA RESOLUTION AT UNCHR: PARAGUAY
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-04 15:59:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPHUM PREL PA CU CHR
05ASUNCION458PARAGUAY'S CENTRAL BANK PRESIDENT RESIGNS
[...] Angel Gabriel Gonzalez Caceres, the President of the Central Bank of Paraguay, resigned on April 4 after coming under fire for a shooting incident at his home on March 30. Gonzalez faces a criminal investigation into the incident and although he said he doesn't fear the outcome, he also deem [...]
2005-04-04 19:09:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN EINV PGOV PREL PINR PA
05ASUNCION459COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS LEE
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Advisors Lee Niederman (Security clearance: secret),and John Ramos (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from (1) SIPDIS Niederman, April 10-22, and (2) Ramos, April 11-May 6, 2005 for the purpose of [...]
2005-04-04 19:13:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON OTRA PA
05ASUNCION460COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR ICE EMPLOYEES
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for ICE employees Bruce Miller (Security clearance: top secret),David Eoff (Security clearance: top secret),SIPDIS and Charles Allen (Security clearance: top secret),for travel to Asuncion, and Ciudad del Este, Paraguay for the period [...]
2005-04-05 09:16:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKCRM OTRA PA
05ASUNCION467FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0008 2. 040605 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Organo Regional de Compras 6C. Itaipu Binacional Calle De La Residenta 1075, Piso 1 Asuncion, Paraguay Fax: (595-21) 248-1714 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid deadline: 042905 09:00 AM 9. [...]
2005-04-06 13:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION468 FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0009 2. 040506 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Unidad Central de Inversion Publica 6C. Ministerio de Hacienda Calle Presidente Franco 173, Piso 7 Asuncion, Paraguay Fax: (595-21) 442743 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: 050205 09 [...]
2005-04-06 13:15:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION471 EXTRADITION: PARAGUAY: CARLOS IVAN MENDES MESQUITA
[...] (U) Judge Riquelme signed the extradition order for Mendes Mesquita on April 1. We expect the defense will appeal the decision to the Court of Appeals and then to the Supreme Court. Post will forward a copy of the decision to L/LEI via pouch. 2. (SBU) Comment: The signing of the extra [...]
2005-04-06 19:09:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYCJAN CVIS KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION472COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR COL. M. TIA JOHNSON
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for Col. Musetta Tia Johnson with Top Secret / SCI Security Clearance, for travel to Asuncion during the period of April 14, 2005 to April 15, 2005 for the purpose of Legal Consultations. The control officer for the visit is Mark Stamilio, [...]
2005-04-06 20:21:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA OVIP PA
05ASUNCION474EMBASSY CLOSURE - APRIL 8TH, 2005
[...] DUE TO THE DEATH OF POPE JOHN PAUL II, AMEMBASSY ASUNCION WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, APRIL 8TH, 2005. IN ADDITION, THE PARAGUAYAN GOVERNMENT WILL BE CLOSED FRIDAY APRIL 11TH DUE TO POPE JOHN PAUL II's FUNERAL. 2. ALL TELEGRAMS REQUIRING IMMEDIATE ACTION MUST BE SENT "NIACT IMMEDIATE." 3. [...]
2005-04-06 21:41:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT ACOA ANET KRIM
05ASUNCION477PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-07 18:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION479COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR JAMES PEREZ
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for James Perez, Economic/Commercial Chief at Embassy Montevideo, (Security clearance: top secret) for travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from April 10-12, 2005 for the purpose of meeting with OTA Resident Enforcement Advisor and holding discussio [...]
2005-04-07 20:53:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDETTC OTRA PA
05ASUNCION481PARAGUAY: WIPO SESSION ON IPR AND DEVELOPMENT
[...] (U) Sensitive but unclassified - protect accordingly. 2. (SBU) On March 31, Econ Chief delivered reftel demarche to the GOP's Director General of Intellectual Property, Astrid Weiler. Ms. Weiler, who has been a very effective advocate of intellectual property rights in Paraguay, said tha [...]
2005-04-07 21:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD KIPR OIIP PA WIPO
05ASUNCION484PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, APRIL 2-7
[...] Summary: ----------- --Paraguay and Brazil sign agreement to quell border control dispute --New poll shows deterioration in Duarte's image --Controversy over Duarte's decision not to attend Papal funeral --Government-owned phone company introduces wholesale Internet service Paraguay and [...]
2005-04-11 12:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PBTS SCUL TINT PINR PA
05ASUNCION485PUBLIC DIPLOMACY STOCK FROM RPC MANILA
[...] Post would like to order the following: Scholastic Book Stickers, 123-S and 123-E, 2 Packages ea. at USD 20 ea., total USD 80. Public Diplomacy Press Kit Folder, 41-S, 200 folders at USD .60 ea., total USD 120. La Prensa sin Ataduras, 52-S, 100 booklets at USD 1.70 ea., total USD 170. [...]
2005-04-11 13:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION488PARAGUAY'S FY 2007 BUDGET REQUEST
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-11 19:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDABUD AFIN SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION493 TELLING AMERICA'S STORY IN PICTURES: "AMERICA 24/7
[...] Post would like to order 500 copies of subject book. 2. Please ship via APO to Amembassy Asuncion, Public Diplomacy; Attn. PAO Karen L. Williams; Unit 4732; APO AA 34036. Fiscal data for shipping will be provided as soon as post receives shipping cost estimate. KEANE [...]
2005-04-12 20:57:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP AINF SCUL
05ASUNCION499PRESIDENT DUARTE ABANDONS CABRAL'S PROMOTION
[...] (C) Summary: President Duarte's Private Secretary, Minister Jose Maria Ibanez, confided to me on April 13 that Duarte has instructed the Colorado Party block in Congress to desist in efforts to promote Police Commissioner Aristides Cabral. He said this was confidential and must not be leake [...]
2005-04-13 21:26:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PTER SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION500PARAGUAY'S AMBASSADOR TO VENEZUELA ATTACKED IN
[...] (U) On 4/12, Ambassador received a telephone call from Senator Alejandro Velazquez Ugarte, informing him that Paraguay's Ambassador to Venezuela, Ana Maria Figueredo, was the victim of a violent physical attack in Caracas on 4/8. An unidentified assailant attacked Figueredo as she approached h [...]
2005-04-13 21:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PINR KCRM PA VE
05ASUNCION503PARAGUAY'S 2005 FIRST QUARTER INL REPORT
[...] Summary - Quarterly activities - Program discussion - Quarterly SENAD statistics 2. Quarterly Activities Counternarcotics ---------------- In January, SENAD agents arrested Brazilian narcotrafficking fugitive Nilton Cesar Antunez, associated with the Beira Mar drug trafficking org [...]
2005-04-14 17:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR PA KCRM
05ASUNCION505COUNTRY CLEARANCE REQUEST FOR SUSAN SUTTER AND JOE
[...] This is an action message. Please see paragaraphs 2 to 5. 2. Country clearance is requested for Susan S. Sutter, Political Officer, Diplomatic Passport No. 900447415 (Clearance: TS); Joe E. Parker, Resident Enforcement Advisor, Diplomatic Passport No. 900338817 (Clearance: S) for travel to [...]
2005-04-15 11:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA BR PA
05ASUNCION506COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR DOJ/ICITAP INSTRUCTORS KYLE GRIMES III A
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for DOJ/ICITAP 2. Hotel reservation have been confirmed at the Villa Morra Suites, (ad 3. Due to the high volume of TDY personnel the Embassy receives, we are 4. All U.S. citizens traveling to Paraguay are now required to have vis [...]
2005-04-15 13:56:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKJUS KCRM ABUD AFIN PA POL
05ASUNCION507COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR DOJ/ICITAP INSTRUCTORS KYLE
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for DOJ/ICITAP instructors Kyle H. Grimes III and Oswaldo Posada Lopez, to travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from Apr 17-30, 2005 for the purpose of presenting a training program on how to teach for Paraguayan prosecutors and judges. The contact [...]
2005-04-15 14:10:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKJUS KCRM ABUD AFIN PA POL
05ASUNCION511PARAGUAY SUPPORTS BELARUS RESOLUTION AT UNCHR
[...] (U) On 4/13, UK Charge (representing the EU) and PolCoun met with Acting Foreign Minister Jose Martinez Lezcano urging Paraguay to vote against the no action motion on Belarus and in favor of the resolution before the UNCHR conveying concerns about human rights abuses in Belarus. Martinez c [...]
2005-04-15 15:58:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPHUM BO PA PDEM
05ASUNCION512PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, APRIL 8-15
[...] (U) Summary -------------- -- Council rules Rienzi must seek re-appointment to Supreme Court -- IMF employee accepts offer to head Central Bank -- Health Minister on thin ice with NDF? -- NDF polls Governors about constitutional reform, re-election -- Release of supermarket owner sparks hea [...]
2005-04-18 12:42:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER KCRM PA
05ASUNCION514PARAGUAY ON COMMUNITY OF DEMOCRACIES: ENCOURAGING
[...] On April 18, PolOff delivered reftel talking points to MFA Director of International Organizations Martha Moreno. 2. Moreno confirmed that FM Rachid will lead the GOP delegation to the April 28-30 Ministerial in Santiago. Moreno and MFA Human Rights Director Julio Duarte will accompany Rach [...]
2005-04-18 19:47:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL KDEM PA
05ASUNCION519PARAGUAY PROTESTS ASSAULT ON AMBASSADOR IN CARACAS
[...] On 4/13, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Jose Martinez Lezcano told the press that the GOP had demanded an official explanation from the GOV regarding the 4/8 assault on Paraguayan Ambassador to Venezuela Ana Maria Figueredo in Caracas (reftel). Martinez noted that the GOP provides security [...]
2005-04-18 21:30:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PINR KCRM VE PA
05ASUNCION526PARAGUAY ARTICLE 98 DISCUSSIONS REACH DEADLOCK
[...] (C) As follow-up to the April 6 meeting between A/S Rademaker and FM Rachid in Washington, DC, on April 15, DOD attorney COL Tia Johnson and PolOff met with MFA legal advisor Ernesto Velasquez to discuss the latest versions of draft texts that would provide Article 98 protections in Paraguay ( [...]
2005-04-19 15:58:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALMARR PGOV PREL PINR PA KICC
05ASUNCION529 PARAGUAY IMPLEMENTING LIGHTER BAN
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-19 21:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EAIR PTER PA
05ASUNCION530COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR INTER-AMERICAN FOUNDATION
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for IAF Representative Maria Gabriela Boyer, for travel to Asuncion during the period of May 5 to May 8, 2005, for the purpose of visiting potential IAF grantees. The contact officer for the visit is Patrick R. O'Reilly, office tel.: (595/2 [...]
2005-04-20 11:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON OTRA PA
05ASUNCION531PARAGUAY'S AG UPSET OVER INCSR, DISCUSSES:
[...] (C) AG Oscar Latorre complained vigorously to Ambassador 4/14 that the section of the 2005 International Narcotics Strategy Control Report (INCSR) on Paraguay unfairly singled him out for criticism. Ambassador stressed that the report identified problems with the Public Ministry he heads rat [...]
2005-04-20 13:39:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALKJUS PGOV PINR PREL SNAR PA
05ASUNCION533PARAGUAY WILL NOT SUPPORT RESOLUTION ON GUANTANAMO
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-20 15:45:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM CU PA UNHCR
05ASUNCION537PARAGUAY TO SUPPORT CHILEAN INSULZA AS OAS SYG
[...] According to press reports, President Duarte's Private Secretary Jose Maria Ibanez has announced that Paraguay will SIPDIS support Miguel Insulza, the Chilean candidate for Secretary General of the OAS when member States vote again on May 2. Ibanez noted that President Duarte had only pledge [...]
2005-04-20 20:20:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC PREL PA OAS
05ASUNCION540COUNTRY CLEARANCE CABLE
[...] AS REQUESTED IN REFERENCE (A),COUNTRY CLEARANCE IS GRANTED FOR LTCOL R. S. BAKER (TS) AND 1STSGT M. D. LOPEZ (TS) FOR TRAVEL TO ASUNCION DURING THE PERIOD OF 11 - 13 MAY 2005 FOR THE PURPOSE OF A COMMAND VISIT. THE CONTACT OFFICER FOR THE VISIT IS GYSGT ADAM H. YAKUBSIN, MSG DETACHMENT COM [...]
2005-04-12 14:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKMSG
05ASUNCION541VENEZUELA AND PARAGUAY: ANTI-U.S. BOLIVARIAN EVENT
[...] (U) On April 19, PolOff and EconOff attended a public panel discussion of the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, organized by the local Paraguayan-Venezuelan cultural association. The panel comprised two Venezuelans and a member of Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies, Rafael Filizzola of the soci [...]
2005-04-21 17:11:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPREL PGOV PINR VE PA
05ASUNCION542 RPC MANILA E-MAIL TRACKING No. 05-5839
[...] Please charge USD 42.45 for APO shipping of Posts order to: Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526113; O [...]
2005-04-21 21:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION543 RPC MANILA E-MAIL TRACKING No. 05-5967
[...] Please charge USD 558.41 for APO shipping of Posts order to: Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526114; O [...]
2005-04-21 21:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION546PARAGUAY TOWS BRAZILIAN LINE ON MERCOSUR - ECUADOR
[...] (U) On April 21, Paraguay, in its capacity as temporary President of Mercosur, issued a statement calling upon the "political and social forces of Ecuador to preserve democracy" and seek a peaceful solution to the crisis occurring in that country. According to the press, Paraguay,s statemen [...]
2005-04-22 17:03:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL KDEM EC BR PA OAS
05ASUNCION547PARAGUAY SUPPORTS U.S. ELECTION STANDARDS
[...] On 4/21, Ambassador drew from reftel A in meeting with FM Rachid appealing for GOP support for the U.S. Election Standards Initiative. The OAS has demonstrated a strong commitment to free and fair elections; Paraguay's own performance with regard to the integrity of its Electoral Tribunal an [...]
2005-04-22 17:40:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKDEM PREL PA
05ASUNCION552PARAGUAY SUPPORTS EXTERNAL EVALUATION OF UN FAO
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-25 11:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR KUNR AORC PA FAO
05ASUNCION556DUARTE FORETELLS CABRAL'S OUSTER, SEEKS CLOSER
[...] (C) Summary: Duarte invited me to see him early on April 22. His purpose was to assure me that controversial police commissioner Aristides Cabral would be taken out of the picture, although it had not been easy because of Cabral's powerful backers. Cabral would be indicted soon, or he woul [...]
2005-04-25 16:31:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL SNAR US PA
05ASUNCION557PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, APRIL 16-22
[...] (U) Summary -------------- -- Health Minister still in good graces with NDF -- NDF's failure to attend Pope's funeral a "miscalculation" -- Former Colombian President opens mouth, inserts foot -- Brazilians shoot down plane that transited Paraguay -- Chamber of Deputies President backs away f [...]
2005-04-25 18:27:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR SNAR PA
05ASUNCION559PARAGUAY'S FY 2007 INL BUDGET REQUEST -- CORRECTED
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-25 20:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDABUD AFIN SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION563COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TRANSPORTATION SECURITY
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for TSA Representative Joseph G. Ochoa, III,(Security clearance: top secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of April 26-29, 2005, for the purpose of visiting Embassy officials, host government, and TSA aviation security inspectors [...]
2005-04-26 11:37:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPTER EAIR OTRA PA
05ASUNCION567PARAGUAY: FM ON VENEZUELA, MONTGOMERY WATSON
[...] (U) In a 4/21 meeting, FM Rachid and Ambassador discussed the assault on Paraguay's Ambassador to Venezuela, proper compensation of U.S. firm Montgomery Watson Harza, FTAA progress, status of an Open Skies agreement, Congressional consideration of privileges and immunities for participants i [...]
2005-04-26 20:58:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PHUM ECON PA KICC VZ
05ASUNCION570PARAGUAY: EXPANDING RELATIONS WITH THE ARAB WORLD
[...] (U) SUMMARY: Over the course of the past year, Paraguay has sought to expand relations with the Arab world by seeking diplomatic relations with Arab nations, including plans for Embassies to open in Palestine and Lebanon. It has also launched a series of trade and business initiatives with [...]
2005-04-26 21:15:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION587PARAGUAY: PARTICIPATION IN FOURTH GLOBAL FORUM ON
[...] No summary [...]
2005-04-29 14:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT ASEC CPAS CVIS KCRM KFRD PINR PINS PREL SOCI PA
05ASUNCION589PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, APRIL 23-29
[...] (U) Summary -------------- -- Senate votes to reactivate privatization law -- AG intervenes in probe of Health Minister's prior conduct -- Unconfirmed reports of FARC activity in Paraguay -- U.S. cardiology team praised for its charity -- Paraguay mourns the death of writer Roa Bastos Sena [...]
2005-04-29 16:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PINR PTER ECON KCRM PA
05ASUNCION592PARAGUAYAN VP TO WASHINGTON FOR SECURITY TALKS
[...] (U) This is an action request. Please see para 4. 2. (C) May 2 Ambassador suggested to VP Castiglioni that he visit Washington soon as the first step in drafting a new Paraguayan security strategy. Following up the broad plan announced by NDF after the Cubas kidnapping (ref A) and com [...]
2005-05-02 21:31:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PTER OVIP MARR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION593PARAGUAY: MOI "MEDDLING" PROMPTS RESIGNATION OF
[...] (C) On 4/21, Carlos Zelaya, Paraguay's Police Chief resigned and was replaced by Fidel Isasa Palacios, Paraguay's fourth officer to lead the police since Duarte became President in August 2003. According to SENAD Director Ibarra, Zelaya resigned over frustration with "meddling" in internal [...]
2005-05-03 11:26:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV KCRM PINR PA
05ASUNCION596PARAGUAY-COLOMBIA SECURITY COOPERATION AND
[...] (U) In furtherance of the Joint Declaration on security cooperation and assistance that Presidents Duarte and Uribe signed in Bogota on March 7 (ref A),Vice-Presidents Castiglioni and Santos signed an Action Plan on security, in Bogota, on April 19. In the Action Plan, the GOP and GOC agree [...]
2005-05-03 12:17:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER MARR SNAR KCRM CO PA
05ASUNCION597PARAGUAY'S VP ON MONEY LAUNDERING AND MWH CASE
[...] (U) May 2 the Ambassador asked VP Castiglioni to push money laundering legislation presently before two Senate committees (legislation, and budget.) Noting that the draft meets international standards and addresses major GOP and USG priorities but has been in the Senate for almost a year, the [...]
2005-05-03 20:36:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN ETRD EINV SNAR PA
05ASUNCION6G/TIP VISIT REVIEWS PARAGUAY'S EFFORTS
[...] Summary: On December 6, 7, and 8, G/TIP Senior Reporting Officer Linda Brown visited Paraguay as part of a four-country tour of South America. In meetings with Embassy officers, GOP officials, and representatives of NGOs, Brown discussed Paraguay's progress in combating trafficking in person [...]
2005-01-04 08:33:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM SMIG KCRM PGOV PREL ASEC PA
05ASUNCION605PARAGUAY: POLITICAL PACT MAY GIVE COLORADOS A
[...] (C) Summary. The ruling Colorado Party has formed a make shift alliance with a handful of opposition Senators from the left side of the political spectrum in Paraguay. This alliance has already produced election of a dissident Senator from the opposition Liberal Party to a key committee. I [...]
2005-05-04 15:23:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV KCRM PINR PA
05ASUNCION610PARAGUAY DELEGATION TO THE OAS GENERAL ASSEMBLY
[...] On 5/4, PolOff informed MFA International Organizations Director Martha Moreno, OAS Desk Officer Mirtha Benitez, and Americas Director Cynthia Filartiga that the Secretary plans to head the U.S. delegation to the 35th Regular General Assembly of the OAS. 2. Moreno and Benitez advised that F [...]
2005-05-05 15:35:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC ASEC CVIS PREL PGOV EAID KSUM KPAO XM PA OAS
05ASUNCION612PARAGUAY ON SUPPORT FOR U.S. CANDIDATE FOR
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-05 15:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV PHUM XM PA OAS
05ASUNCION613PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-05 15:36:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION619COMPOSITION OF PARAGUAY'S OAS DELEGATION
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-05 21:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC ASEC CVIS PREL PGOV EAID KSUM KPAO XM PA OAS
05ASUNCION621PARAGUAY: IMF MISSION BRIEFS AMBASSADOR
[...] Summary: On May 3, the Ambassador received the visiting IMF team, here for the fifth review of Paraguays Standy-by Arrangement. The program remains on track quantitatively, but faces some continued delays on the structural reform front. The Mission Chief was not overly concerned since, in [...]
2005-05-06 11:35:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EFIN ETRD PINR PA
05ASUNCION627PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, APRIL 30 -
[...] (U) Summary -------------- -- Senate re-appoints Justice Rienzi to Supreme Court -- NDF on presidential re-election -- will he, or won't he? -- Paraguay signs Open Skies agreement with Chile -- IMF/IDB expert departs following death threat -- ILO to conclude successful anti-exploitation proje [...]
2005-05-09 12:51:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER ECON ELAB PA KRCM
05ASUNCION629PARAGUAY SUPPORTS OAS CONVENTION ON RACISM AND
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-09 18:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM AORC PA USOAS
05ASUNCION632VISAS VIPER REPORT
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-10 19:23:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION636 SPRING/SUMMER 2005 SOLICITATION FOR PD STOCK
[...] Per RPC Manila tracking number 05-6739 post would like to confirm order and provide fiscal data for cost of order $180 Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; Obligation 4134526119; Function Code 1370; Object Code 2621 and for shipping $16.88 Appropriation 19-50113-000P; Allotment 4134; O [...]
2005-05-10 20:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OIIP OPRC
05ASUNCION638 HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON PARAGUAYAN
[...] THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST FOR WHA/AND. SEE PARA 2. AND 3. 2. PER REFTEL, POST IS HEREBY REQUESTING DEPARTMENT INITIATE REVIEW OF AVAILABLE HUMAN RIGHTS REPORTS/FILES FOR CREDIBLE INFORMATION OF GROSS HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING UNITS OF THE PARAGUAYAN ARMY: A. BRIGAD [...]
2005-05-11 19:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV MASS PA
05ASUNCION639PARAGUAY ON ICJ ELECTIONS
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-11 20:46:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPA UNSC UNGA
05ASUNCION640PARAGUAY ON SUPPORT FOR THE IRAQ TRANSITIONAL
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-12 11:25:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL IZ PA
05ASUNCION644COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISOR ROBERT JOHN
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Advisor Robert John Cortesi (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of May 22 to May 27, 2005 for the purpose of continuing work on the tax administration project with the Ministry of Finance. The contact off [...]
2005-05-13 13:50:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION647FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0010 2. 051305 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. Contact -- 6B. Unidad Coord. de Programa (UCP/BID) 6C. Ministerio Salud Publica y B. Social Callejon San Carlos 916 y EE.UU. Asuncion, Paraguay Fax: (595-21) 204715, 447126 7. Refer to: (See comments) 8. Bid [...]
2005-05-13 18:11:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION649PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MAY 7-13
[...] (U) Summary -------------- -- Human rights agenda takes center stage this week -- Justice Rienzi re-appointment saga continues -- NDF and Rachid pursue increased trade with Arab countries -- SENAD agents capture narco-pilot wanted in Brazil Human rights agenda takes center stage this week [...]
2005-05-16 12:56:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PHUM ETRD SNAR KCRM PA VE
05ASUNCION650PARAGUAY: ATTORNEY GENERAL ON PUBLIC SECURITY
[...] (C) Summary. The Ambassador met with Attorney General Oscar Latorre to discuss U.S. assistance to Paraguay to address its security concerns. Latorre lamented the scope of the problems Paraguay faces, particularly in terms of corruption within the police. He was keen to win our backing for [...]
2005-05-16 20:52:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KCRM PTER PINR PA
05ASUNCION668PARAGUAY: UPDATE ON CUBAS KIDNAPPING INVESTIGATION
[...] (U) As reported in the press, a dissident Patria Libre party (PPL) member testified that a Colombian national who advised the PPL faction responsible for the kidnapping and murder of former President Raul Cubas's daughter, Cecilia Cubas (ref B),recommended that the group kill Ms. Cubas after [...]
2005-05-18 20:43:00Embassy AsuncionSECRETPGOV PREL PINR PTER KCRM AR BO BR CO PA VE
05ASUNCION669PARAGUAY: FM ON OAS, ARTICLE 98, BRAZIL, ECUADOR,
[...] (C) Summary. On 5/13, the Ambassador and FM Rachid discussed machinations over OAS appointments -- past and future, holding Article 98 negotiations on the margins of the upcoming OAS Ministerial, the GOP's support for the U.S. position on the OAS Social Charter, concerns about Brazil's trad [...]
2005-05-19 11:23:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL KCRM KJUS BR PA OAS
05ASUNCION670PARAGUAY: DUARTE SHAKES UP CABINET AS POLLS SHOW
[...] (U) Summary: On May 14, President Nicanor Duarte Frutos sacked Health Minister Julio Cesar Velazquez, who in recent months has been campaigning to become Colorado (ANR) party president. Duarte appointed someone with a more technical -- i.e., less political -- background to replace him. Duarte [...]
2005-05-19 16:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PINR PA
05ASUNCION675PARAGUAY'S FINANCE MINISTER RESIGNS
[...] (U) Sensitive but unclassified - protect accordingly. 2. (U) Summary: President Duarte accepted the resignation of Finance Minister Dionisio Borda today, and shortly thereafter named current Minister of Industry and Commerce Ernst Bergen as Borda's replacement. In naming Bergen, the Pres [...]
2005-05-19 21:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION681PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MAY 14-20
[...] (U) Summary: ------------------ -- Paraguay to import Venezuelan oil? -- Paraguay establishes relations with Bahrain -- Paraguay to repatriate 29 women from Argentina -- Additional drug busts in Paraguay Paraguay to import Venezuelan oil? ---------------------------------- 2. (U) On Ma [...]
2005-05-20 15:38:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PINR SNAR ETRD EPET KCRM VE PA GTIP
05ASUNCION686 COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR RMO/P JAIME SUAREZ
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for RMO/P Dr. Jaime Suarez, for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 6-11, 2005 for the purpose of providing support to Post. The contact officer for the visit is Maria Fernandez, Office tel.: (595)(21) 213-715, Ext 2025. Home tel.: (595)(21) [...]
2005-05-23 21:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMED
05ASUNCION687COUNTRY CLEARANCE CABLE
[...] COUNTRY CLEARANCE IS GRANTED FOR S/A FRED SMITH, FOR TRAVEL TO ASUNCION DURING THE PERIOD OF MAY 24, 2005 TO MAY 25, 2005 FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPLEMENTATION AND TESTING OF THE TELEPHONE SYSTEM. THE CONTACT OFFICER FOR THE VISIT IS S/A CHAD WHITEMAN, OFFICE TEL.: 301-985-9323 EXT. [...]
2005-05-23 21:01:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA
05ASUNCION688COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISOR JOE BOGNANNO
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Intermittent Advisor Joe Bognanno (Security clearance: interim secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 1 to June 5, 2005 for the purpose of assisting Resident Advisor Joe Parker with FIU development, but Post requests that [...]
2005-05-23 21:01:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION689PARAGUAY SUPPORTS U.S. POSITION ON CARTEGENA
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-23 21:08:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR ETRD SENV TBIO PA
05ASUNCION695COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR AUSA FERNANDO GROENE
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for ASUA Fernando Groene, for travel to Asuncion during the period of May 29, 2005 to June 3, 2005 for the purpose of attend GAFISUD Seminar on Special Investigative Techniques. The contact officer for the visit is Scott J. Thorley, office tel.: 011-595 [...]
2005-05-24 20:50:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA SNAR PA
05ASUNCION699PARAGUAY ON CUBAN CANDIDACY FOR THE ILO GOVERNING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-25 20:24:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDELAB PHUM PREL BB CU PA ILO
05ASUNCION701PARAGUAY WILL NOT SUBMIT REVISED WTO SERVICES OFFER
[...] Econcouns delivered reftel demarche on WTO services negotiations to Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Ruben Ramirez on May 24. Ramirez explained that Paraguay would not be submitting a revised services offer until it sees more progress in agriculture negotiations, Paraguay's priority. Ramire [...]
2005-05-25 20:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON ETRD PA WTO
05ASUNCION702PARAGUAY ON FISCAL RESTRAINT FOR ILO'S PROPOSED
[...] No summary [...]
2005-05-25 20:29:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDELAB PA AROC ILO
05ASUNCION703COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR OPDAT JASON GULL
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Jason Gull, for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 2, 2005 to June 4, 2005 for the purpose of meetings with EmbOff and host government officials on Intellectual Property Matters. The contact officer for the visit is Scott J. Thorley, office [...]
2005-05-25 02:24:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA KJUS KCRM PA RSO NAS FBI DEA LEGATT
05ASUNCION708PARAGUAY: REACTIONS TO BRAZILIAN CRACKDOWN ON THE
[...] SUMMARY: Recently, PolOff and Department of Treasury,s Resident Enforcement Advisor (REA) traveled to Ciudad del Este (CDE) to observe trade and traffic across the Friendship Bridge, linking Paraguay and Brazil, in the wake of stepped up enforcement measures by Brazilian authorities to counter [...]
2005-05-26 19:13:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PA
05ASUNCION709HOLIDAY CLOSURE - MAY 30, 2005
[...] AMEMBASSY ASUNCION WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY MAY 30, FOR OBSERVANCE OF AMERICAN HOLIDAY - MEMORIAL DAY 2. ALL TELEGRAMS REQUIRING IMMEDIATE ACTION MUST BE SENT "NIACT IMMEDIATE." 3. AFTER NORMAL WORKING HOURS, THE DUTY IMS CAN BE CONTACTED BY CALLING COMMERCIAL TO POST ONE AT 595-21-229- [...]
2005-05-26 20:52:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT ACOA ANET KRIM
05ASUNCION711PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MAY 21-27
[...] (U) Summary: ----------------- -- Congress approves military exercises with the US -- Paraguay to sign Open Skies with Panama -- Bangladeshi nationals arrested -- Presidential cabinet shuffle -- Brazilian troops control border with Paraguay -- Venezuela and Cuba seek deeper ties Congre [...]
2005-05-27 16:32:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR KCRM MOPS VE CU PM PA
05ASUNCION714 Ambassador Sees Positives During Visit To
[...] Ambassador traveled to the departments of Alto Parana, the capital of which is Ciudad del Este, and Itapua May 14- 15. During his visit, he attended the Santa Rita Expo, a major regional agricultural fair, and helped to inaugurate a USAID-funded municipal tax collection system in Ciudad del [...]
2005-05-31 12:46:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON EAID ETRD EAGR EIND PA
05ASUNCION724COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS LEE
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Advisors (1) Lee Niederman (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 10 to July 7, 2005, and (2) Gene Martinez (Interim security clearance) for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 12 to July 3, [...]
2005-06-01 21:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION726AMBASSADOR CALLS ON NEW FINANCE MINISTER WHO
[...] (U) Sensitive But Unclassified - please protect accordingly. 2. (SBU) Summary: In a meeting with the Ambassador and Treasury technical advisors on May 26, new Minister of Finance Ernst Bergen assured the Ambassador that the GOP would maintain the same fiscally conservative policies and [...]
2005-06-01 21:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION727 HUMAN RIGHTS VETTING REQUEST ON PARAGUAYAN
[...] THIS IS AN ACTION REQUEST FOR WHA/AND. SEE PARA 2. AND 3. 2. PER REFTEL, POST IS HEREBY REQUESTING DEPARTMENT INITIATE REVIEW OF AVAILABLE HUMAN RIGHTS REPORTS/FILES FOR CREDIBLE INFORMATION OF GROSS HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING UNITS OF THE PARAGUAYAN ARMED FORCES AND POL [...]
2005-06-01 21:32:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPHUM PGOV MASS PA
05ASUNCION728PARAGUAY: OVIEDO SEEKS U.S. VIEWS ON MEETING WITH
[...] (U) Action request. See para. 4. 2. (C) On 5/31, I met at his request with Senator Enrique Gonzalez Quintana (EGQ),President of UNACE (Gen. Lino Oviedo's Party) and Vice-President of the Senate. EGQ informed me that Venezuela's Ambassador to Paraguay had recently requested a meeting [...]
2005-06-02 11:41:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PA VE
05ASUNCION729PARAGUAY: OVIEDO SEEKS U.S. VIEWS ON MEETING WITH
[...] (U) Action request. See para. 4. 2. (C) On 5/31, I met at his request with Senator Enrique Gonzalez Quintana (EGQ),President of UNACE (Gen. Lino Oviedo's Party) and Vice-President of the Senate. EGQ informed me that Venezuela's Ambassador to Paraguay had recently requested a meeting [...]
2005-06-02 11:41:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PA VE
05ASUNCION730 EXTRADITION: PARAGUAY: CARLOS IVAN MENDES MESQUITA
[...] On May 30, the Court of Appeals upheld the extradition order for Carlos Ivan Mendes Mesquita on the grounds the appeal had not been filed in a timely manner. The defense has until June 14 to file an appeal to the Supreme Court. Post expects that the Court should make a final ruling in the ca [...]
2005-06-02 12:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDCJAN CVIS KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION733EX-FINANCE MINISTER BORDA BRIEFS AMBASSADOR ON HIS
[...] (C) Summary: The Ambassador hosted ex-Minister of Finance Dionisio Borda and his top advisor, Fernando Masi at a private breakfast on May 27. Borda claimed that he had been forced out under a pretext (see ref B) to clear the way for excessive, politically motivated economic stimulus in adva [...]
2005-06-02 21:06:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN ETRD PREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION734PARAGUAY: NEW MINISTER OF INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE
[...] (U) Biographic information of the new Minister of Industry and Commerce, Raul Vera Bogado. 2. (U) In late May 2005, President Duarte appointed technocrat Raul Vera as the Minister of Industry and Commerce, replacing Ernst Bergen, the new Minister of Finance. Before his appointment as Mi [...]
2005-06-02 21:20:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION735PARAGUAY LEANING TOWARD CUBA FOR ILO GOVERNING
[...] On 6/2, Julio Peralta, MFA's Director for International Organizations, signaled to polcouns Paraguay was leaning towards supporting Cuba's candidacy for the ILO Governing Body. He advised that Cuba had weighed in early and often pushing its candidacy. Further, Paraguay felt compelled to tak [...]
2005-06-02 23:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDELAB PHUM PREL BB CU PA ILO
05ASUNCION738 VISAS VIPER REPORT FOR MAY 2005
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-03 12:59:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKVPR CVIS PTER ASEC PINR CMGT PA
05ASUNCION739COUNTRY CLEARANCE CABLE
[...] COUNTRY CLEARANCE IS GRANTED FOR S/A JOHN ZAGINAILOFF AND S/A FREDERICK A. SMITH, FOR TRAVEL TO ASUNCION DURING THE PERIOD OF JUNE 5, 2005 TO JUNE 11, 2005 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT OFFICER FOR THE VISIT IS S/A CHAD WHITEMAN, OFFICE TEL.: 301- [...]
2005-06-03 15:47:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA
05ASUNCION742PARAGUAY ON TIP REPORT, NEXT STEPS
[...] On 6/2, Polcouns shared with Julio Peralta, the MFA's Director of International Organizations, an advance copy of the 2005 TIP report on Paraguay. Drawing from reftel points, Polcouns noted significant progress Paraguay had made in combating TIP particularly with regard to successful prosecu [...]
2005-06-06 13:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOPRC KWMN PHUM PREL SMIG PA KCRM
05ASUNCION743PARAGUAY JOINS MERCOSUR CONSENSUS TO REDLINE ILO
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-06 13:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDELAB PA AROC ILO
05ASUNCION744PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, MAY
[...] (U) Summary ---------------- -- Security developments -- Congress calls for parity in Mercosur Parliament -- New cabinet shuffles Security developments --------------------- 2. The press reported widely on Vice President Luis Castiglioni,s visit to Washington, focusing on efforts to e [...]
2005-06-06 17:19:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL KCRM OTRA KSAC CA PA
05ASUNCION745AMBASSADOR CALLS ON NEW MINISTER OF INDUSTRY AND
[...] (U) Sensitive But Unclassified please protect accordingly. 2. (SBU) Summary: On May 31, Ambassador, Econcouns and Resident Enforcement Advisor (REA) called on new Minister of Industry and Commerce Raul Vera. Vera started off by assuring the Ambassador that he intended to follow the sam [...]
2005-06-06 19:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYECON EFIN ETRD PREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION746PARAGUAY ON SUPPORT FOR U.S. CANDIDATE FOR
[...] (C) Drawing on points in reftels (A) and (C) Ambassador reached Vice Minister Ruben Ramirez Lezcano (in absence of Foreign Minister and other Vice Foreign Minister, both of whom were traveling) to press for GOP support for Paolo Carozza. Ramirez noted the arguments in favor of Carozza, but w [...]
2005-06-06 19:36:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL PGOV PHUM XM PA OAS
05ASUNCION747 Paraguayan Dipnote Status and
[...] The Dipnote currently under consideration by the GOP covers all programmed SOF deployments that will occur between July 05 and December 06 ending with 4th quarter deployments. 2. The Dipnote has been approved by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Defense, both houses of the [...]
2005-06-07 16:52:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA MASS PA
05ASUNCION750DEBTORS AT THE DOOR
[...] (C) Summary: Finance Minister Ernst Bergen shared his concerns with me about a renewed attempt by industrialists and bankers to raid government coffers. They seek a rollover and/or forgiveness of debts owed by industrialists to banks dating back to the mid-1990's, with the GOP picking up th [...]
2005-06-07 21:14:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALECON EFIN ETRD PREL PGOV PINR PA
05ASUNCION751 US EMBASSY ASUNCION TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
[...] The Chief of Mission, John F. Keane, Chief USODC, COL Carlos A. Calderon and General de Ejrcito Jos Key Kanazawa, Commander in Chief f of the Paraguayan Armed Forces, have concurred/ approved with this deployment and the TOR. The DEA Section Chief, Greg Beloney, requests SOF support of this [...]
2005-02-17 14:17:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA MASS PA
05ASUNCION755COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR TREASURY ADVISORS AND
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Treasury Intermittent Advisors (1) Alfredo Bellamy (Security clearance: secret),for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 12 to July 1, 2005 for the purpose of drafting and establishing standard operating procedures for a financial investiga [...]
2005-06-09 11:47:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON PA TRV
05ASUNCION758PARAGUAY WILL SUPPORT WCO FRAMEWORK OF STANDARDS TO
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-09 21:27:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON ETRD PA CTM
05ASUNCION760COUNTRY CLEARANCE CABLE
[...] COUNTRY CLEARANCE IS GRANTED FOR ROSIE KERN, FOR TRAVEL TO ASUNCION DURING THE PERIOD OF JUNE 9, 2005 TO JUNE 25, 2005 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO THE ACO. THE CONTACT OFFICER FOR THE VISIT IS ADMIN. SUPPORT SPECIALIST LINDA MARTIN, OFFICE TEL.: 301-985- [...]
2005-06-09 21:28:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA
05ASUNCION762PARAGUAY'S INL FLASH REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-10 13:43:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDSNAR AFIN PA
05ASUNCION763 NSDD 38 DOD/USSOUTHCOM STAFFING IN PARAGUAY
[...] After careful review of the contents of the NSDD 38 proposal by USSOUTHCOM and the guidance provided in Ref B, Post confirms that our record agrees with yours. Post also understands the USSOUTHCOM proposal as in Para 1, Ref A. And concurs with the establishment of the proposed NSDD 38 positi [...]
2005-05-25 20:49:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAODE AMGT MASS MARR HR RMA CSEP
05ASUNCION764PARAGUAY ON SWISS CONFERENCE TO ADOPT A THIRD
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-10 15:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC PHUM PREF PREL IS SZ PA ICRC
05ASUNCION767PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, JUNE 4-10
[...] (U) Summary ---------------- -- Rehabilitation Center Opens to Aid TIP Victims -- Duarte's New Appointments -- Council of Magistrates Administers New Testing Process -- Military Changes of Command -- Visit of Massachusetts State Senator Brown Rehabilitation Center Opens to Aid TIP Victims [...]
2005-06-10 17:20:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL KWMN MARR OVIP
05ASUNCION768DEPARTURE FROM POST
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-13 12:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT APER OTRA PA AMBASSADOR KEANE JOHN
05ASUNCION772 US Embassy Asuncion Terms of Reference (TOR)
[...] The Chief of Mission, Ambassador John F. Keane, Chief USODC, COL Carlos A. Calderon and General de Ejrcito Jos Key Kanazawa, Commander in Chief of the Paraguayan Armed Forces, have concurred/ approved with this deployment and the TOR. 2. Country Team concurs with dates of PDSS, ADVON a [...]
2005-03-02 21:05:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA MASS PA
05ASUNCION773PARAGUAY: NEW MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE NELSON RUIZ
[...] Biographic information of the new Minister of Industry and Commerce, Raul Vera Bogado. 2. President Duarte named Nelson Ruiz as Minister of Agriculture on June 7, 2005 to replace former Minister Antonio Ibanez (August 2003-June 2005) who resigned in the wake of press reports about his alle [...]
2005-06-13 20:04:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL PA
05ASUNCION775FOREIGN GOVERNMENT TENDER
[...] 353/01/T0011 2. 061405 3. P.O'Reilly 4. 353 5. N 6A. CONTACT -- 6B. Dpto. Compras y Contrataciones, UOC 6C. PETROPAR--Petroleos Paraguayos Calle Chile 753, Piso 8 Asuncion, Paraguay Fx: (595-21)496232 7. Refer to: (see comments) 8. Bid Deadline: 072505 09:30 AM [...]
2005-06-15 19:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDBTIO PA
05ASUNCION778COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR DOJ/ Federal Prosecutor Kim
[...] As requested in reftel, country clearance is granted for DOJ Federal Prosecutor Kim Lindquist, to travel to Asuncion, Paraguay from Jun-18-30, 2005 for the purpose of presenting a training program on Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing under an accusatory criminal justice system, for Para [...]
2005-06-15 20:57:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKJUS KCRM ABUD AFIN PA POL
05ASUNCION781COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR PATRICK MOORE - TVRO
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Patrick Moore, for travel to Asuncion during the period of 06/20/05 to 06/23/05 for the purpose of performing TVRO system preventative maintenance. The contact officer for the visit is Claudia Baker, office tel.: (595-21) 213-715, ext2086. Home tel [...]
2005-06-16 20:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOTRA KPAO PA UY CI RSO
05ASUNCION782PARAGUAY SUPPORTS U.S. POSITION ON UNESCO
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-16 21:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDTBIO PA UNESCO KSCI
05ASUNCION7852005 AMERICAN MUSIC ABROAD PROGRAM REQUEST -
[...] Per reftel, Post requests inclusion in the January - March 2006 American Music Abroad tour. Post requests three program days to include one concert in the capital city of Asuncion and two performances in the interior of the country. 2. Post's top MPP priorities all require support from [...]
2005-06-17 15:39:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO OEXC SCUL
05ASUNCION786PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, JUNE 11-17
[...] (U) Summary ----------------- -- MERCOSUR Summit to Focus on Economic Integration -- Flap Over U.S.-Paraguayan Military Exercises -- New Leaders in Congress -- Chavez to Address Congress but not Meet President MERCOSUR Summit to Focus on Economic Integration ---------------------------- [...]
2005-06-17 17:48:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL MARR MOPS ECIN PA KICC
05ASUNCION787CHANGE OF CHARGE
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-20 12:11:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT APER OTRA PA AMBASSADOR KEANE JOHN
05ASUNCION796RETURN TO POST
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-22 16:12:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAMGT APER OTRA PA AMBASSADOR KEANE JOHN
05ASUNCION797PARAGUAYS REMAINING RAW SUGAR EXPORTS TO USA FOR
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-22 20:25:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDEAGR ETRD PA
05ASUNCION802PARAGUAY ON UN REFORM
[...] On June 22, Charge met with Vice Minister of Foreign Relations, Ambassador Jose Martinez Lezcano to discuss UN Reform. Ambassador Martinez remarked that Paraguay strongly supports UN reform and agrees that reforms must go far beyond expanding the Security Council. Responding to reftel point [...]
2005-06-22 21:45:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPREL PGOV KUNR AORC PA UNSC
05ASUNCION805 VLA CERTIFICATION - ASUNCION
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-23 17:23:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDCVIS CMGT PA
05ASUNCION806COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR FALAN MEMMOTT, ADAM MEYERS AND HEATHER FOLEY
[...] Per reftel, country clearance is granted for Falan Memmott, Adam Meyers, and Heather Foley for travel to Asuncion during the period of June 26 to June 30, 2005 for the purpose of working with Peace Corps/Paraguay on ensuring that their network infrastructure is both secure and in accordance [...]
2005-06-23 17:26:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDNOTAG PA
05ASUNCION807Paraguayan Media Focuses on Chavez Barbs at US and
[...] SUMMARY: News coverage of the 06/20 speeches of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez at the Paraguayan Congress and the National University focused on comments attacking the United States and Chavez' interpretation of the benefits of an anticipated Venezuelan/Paraguayan oil deal. Coverage in new [...]
2005-06-24 11:42:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL KPAO PA
05ASUNCION811FOX SPORTS PLEASED WITH IPR AGREEMENT WITH PARAGUAY
[...] As reported in reftel, Fox Sports Latin America signed an agreement with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) on August 10, 2004 to work cooperatively to reduce piracy of Fox's programming in Paraguay. Fox executives contacted post to express their satisfaction with the arrangement, w [...]
2005-06-24 14:13:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDECON KIPR PREL PA
05ASUNCION812Country Clearance Cable
[...] As requested in refcon, country clearance is granted for Brian Dodd, Robert F. Zachariasiewicz, Steven Orr and Edward Dailey for travel to Asuncion from June 25 through June 27 to extradite Carlos Ivan Mendes Mesquita. The contact officer for the visit is Chad Whiteman, office tel.: 595-(0)21 [...]
2005-06-24 15:31:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDCJAN CVIS KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION813PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, JUNE 18-24
[...] (SBU) Summary ---------------- -- Mendes Mesquita,s Extradition Expected -- Customs Official Guilty of Enrichment -- New Senate Leadership -- Delay on U.S.-Paraguayan Military Exercises Mendes Mesquita,s Extradition Expected -------------------------------------- 2. (SBU) On June 22, t [...]
2005-06-24 16:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL CJAN CVIS KCRM SNAR EFIN MOPS PA
05ASUNCION815PARAGUAY: KIDNAPPINGS AND THE FARC
[...] (C) Summary. An individual arrested in connection to the Ceclia Cubas kidnapping led investigators to the site where Maria Edith Bordon de Debernardi was held after she was kidnapped in November 2001. A Paraguayan prosecutor confirmed press reports clearly linking the two kidnappings. He al [...]
2005-06-24 17:13:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL PINR PTER KCRM CO BR PA
05ASUNCION819PARAGUAY: ADDITIONAL RESPONSE ON SWISS CONFERENCE
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-27 21:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDAORC PHUM PREF IS SZ PA ICRC
05ASUNCION830EXTRADITION: PARAGUAY: CARLOS IVAN MENDES MESQUITA
[...] Summary. Carlos Ivan Mendes Mesquita, a Brazilian-born narcotrafficker with FARC connections, was handed over to U.S. custody on June 27 at approximately 8:10 a.m. The successful conclusion to the six-month legal process is a step forward for Paraguay, marking the first time it has extradit [...]
2005-06-28 20:09:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDCJAN CVIS KCRM SNAR PA
05ASUNCION832PARAGUAY ON SUPPORT FOR THE U.S. CANDIDATE FOR THE
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-28 22:00:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPA UNSC UNGA
05ASUNCION838PARAGUAY SEEKS PARTICIPATION ON SPAIN'S CONTINGENT
[...] (C) As reported reftel, GOP military officials have been in contact with Spain regarding assistance to support Paraguayan participation in Spain's PKO contingent in Haiti. On 6/28, Paraguay's MOD Gonzalez sent a letter to his Spanish counterpart formally expressing the GOP's desire to partic [...]
2005-06-30 11:50:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPREL MARR KPKO HA SP PA
05ASUNCION839PARAGUAY: CERTIFICATION REPORT
[...] Below find Post's submission on host government cooperation on counternarcotics efforts based on the benchmarks identified in reftel B. Counternarcotics ---------------- 2. The USG asked the GOP to keep pressure on major drug trafficking organizations by arresting and prosecuting their [...]
2005-06-30 14:11:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV SNAR KCRM PA
05ASUNCION841MERCOSUR SUMMIT: LONG ON RHETORIC, SHORT ON
[...] No summary [...]
2005-06-30 18:12:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYPGOV PREL PHUM ECIN EFIN EPET ETRD KIPR CU PA KICC VZ
05ASUNCION844PARAGUAY POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UPDATE, JUNE
[...] (U) Summary --------------- -- Protest on behalf of Former Army General -- Drug Busts Give Hope -- Senate Grants Entry of US Troops -- Peasants Killed in Land Dispute -- Revival of Privatization Law Halted Protest on behalf of Former Army General ---------------------------------------- [...]
2005-07-01 16:21:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDPGOV PREL EFIN MASS SNAR
05ASUNCION845EAC MEETING ASUNCION - 4TH OF JULY
[...] (SBU) On June 30, the DCM called an Emergency Action Committee (EAC) meeting to assess the Mission's security posture in light of upcoming "4th of July" events. These events include a June 1 flag raising ceremony (Embassy Compound),a June 2 employee picnic (Embassy Compound),and a July 4 o [...]
2005-07-04 15:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLYASEC
05ASUNCION846NON-VIOLENT PROTEST STAGED AT EMBASSY ASUNCION
[...] (U) On July 1, at 0915 hours, a demonstration formed in front of the U.S. Embassy Compound. Approximately 100 persons protested non-violently in what they called a "Call for World Action Against Poverty". The organizers of the event indicated that 50 NGO's on social, campesino, indigenous, w [...]
2005-07-04 15:14:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDASEC
05ASUNCION857COUNTRY CLEARANCE FOR RELO HASMAN
[...] As requested in reference telegram, country clearance is granted for Melvia Hasman, RELO Brasilia, travel to Asuncion during the period of 7/19/05 to 7/23/05 to accompany EL Specialist Dr. Timothy Reagan and to meet key contacts and attend the Southern TESOL Conference . The contact officer [...]
2005-07-06 20:06:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDOIIP KPAO SCUL
05ASUNCION858ASUNCION, PY204 NOMINATION
[...] PAS Asuncion is nominating the following FSN/LES employee for subject training. The following information follows the format as requested in paragraph 7 of reftel. A. Name: Irene Cristina Escriba B. Position: Cultural Affairs Assistant Grade 6, Step 3. C. Date of birth: 12/16/81 [...]
2005-07-06 20:07:00Embassy AsuncionUNCLASSIFIEDKPAO APER AFSN AFSI KIRC
05ASUNCION859WELCOME TO PARAGUAY, US SOUTHERN COMMAND CDR.
[...] (C) General Craddock, Embassy Asuncion and I warmly welcome your visit as an opportunity to promote U.S. interests in military, counter-narcotics and counter-terrorism cooperation with Paraguay. You come at a particularly sensitive time, with press and political activity calling into questi [...]
2005-07-07 11:20:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MARR MASS PA
05ASUNCION860WELCOME TO PARAGUAY, US SOUTHERN COMMAND CDR.
[...] (C) General Craddock, Embassy Asuncion and I warmly welcome your visit as an opportunity to promote U.S. interests in military, counter-narcotics and counter-terrorism cooperation with Paraguay. You come at a particularly sensitive time, with press and political activity calling into questi [...]
2005-07-07 11:21:00Embassy AsuncionCONFIDENTIALPGOV PREL MARR MASS PA
05ASUNCION865LONDON EXPLOSIONS - ASUNCION EAC
[...] No summary [...]</