New Paraguayan President Pledges Continued Strategic Partnership with Israel
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Paraguay's new President Pedro Alliana has affirmed his commitment to a strategic partnership with Israel, following his predecessor's impeachment. Alliana conveyed this to Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, emphasizing shared values and historical closeness. The transition occurred after the impeachment of Santiago Peña due to a banking crisis. Alliana, who previously supported closer ties and visited Jerusalem, will serve until August 2028, continuing a policy that includes maintaining Paraguay's embassy in Jerusalem.
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- New Paraguayan President Pedro Alliana pledged to continue a close strategic partnership with Israel.
- Alliana confirmed this intention to Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar after his inauguration.
- Paraguay's previous president, Santiago Peña, was impeached due to the collapse of Ueno Bank.
- Alliana, formerly vice president, will lead Paraguay until August 2028.
- Paraguay maintains its diplomatic mission in Jerusalem, a decision supported by Alliana.
- The new president highlighted intelligence sharing with Israel and the U.S. to counter Iranian influence.
The new President of Paraguay, Pedro Alliana, has officially confirmed his commitment to maintaining a close strategic partnership with Israel following a recent change in leadership. Alliana, who was sworn into office after the impeachment of his predecessor, Santiago Peña, conveyed this intention to Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar. Saar had congratulated Alliana on his assumption of the presidency via social media, expressing Israel's desire to strengthen bilateral ties.
Alliana stated that the historical closeness between Paraguay and Israel provides a solid foundation for future collaboration based on shared ideals. The political transition in Paraguay occurred when the Senate unanimously removed Peña from power due to the collapse of Ueno Bank, which affected millions of depositors. Lawmakers rejected Peña's resignation and voted to impeach him.
Alliana, previously the vice president, will serve as president until August 2028. He has a history of supporting closer relations with Israel, having visited Jerusalem as vice president for discussions with Saar and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During that visit, he reaffirmed Paraguay's decision to maintain its diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.
Paraguay's new leader has indicated that Asunción is building a long-term strategic alliance with Israel and recognizes Israel's right to self-defense. Alliana emphasized the importance of shared democratic principles, even if it comes at an international cost. He also highlighted intelligence sharing between Paraguay, Israel, and the United States as crucial in curbing Iranian influence in South America.
Alliana's foreign policy stance aligns with that of former President Horacio Cartes, his political ally. Cartes initially moved Paraguay's embassy to Jerusalem in 2018. Although this move was later frozen, Peña reopened the embassy in Jerusalem in late 2024, a decision maintained by the current administration.