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Paraguay Lawmakers Approve a Defense Agreement that Allows an Increased US Military Presence
The agreement passed with 53 votes, enabling U.S. forces to conduct training and humanitarian missions while granting them criminal jurisdiction over personnel.
- Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies approved a defense agreement allowing temporary US military presence for training and assistance.
- The agreement establishes legal framework for US security forces in Paraguay and grants them criminal jurisdiction.
- Some opposed the deal, citing concerns over sovereignty and immunity for foreign troops, while officials argued it strengthens security cooperation.
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With 53 votes in favour, 8 against and 4 abstentions, the Chamber of Deputies completed the ratification of the SOFA agreement, approved by the Senate the previous week.
Ottumwa Courier
Paraguay lawmakers approve defense agreement allowing an increased US military presence
Paraguay’s lawmakers have approved an agreement that lets U.S. military and civilian personnel operate in the country under special legal rules. On Tuesday, the Chamber of Deputies passed the Status of Forces Agreement by a wide margin. The deal now…
On Tuesday, the Paraguayan Chamber of Deputies approved the Agreement on the Status of Forces (SOFA), which regulates the presence of US military personnel in the South American country.
Los Angeles Times
Washington TimesParaguay lawmakers approve a defense agreement that allows an increased U.S. military presence
The Status of Forces Agreement, or SOFA, was approved by a large majority of lawmakers and now awaits the signature of President Santiago Peña to take effect. Peña, one of Trump’s closest allies in the region, is expected to sign the deal in the coming days.
Associated Press News
Paraguay lawmakers approve a defense agreement that allows an increased US military presence
Paraguay’s lawmakers have approved an agreement that lets U.S. military and civilian personnel operate in the country under special legal rules.
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