President-elect Santiago Peña Announces Future Cabinet for a Modern Paraguay

President-elect Santiago Peña announced the appointment of Claudia Centurión as the new Minister of Public Works in Paraguay. Centurión, a civil engineer, will be responsible for leading the construction of a modern Paraguay. In a statement shared on social media, Centurión expressed her commitment to President Peña’s vision of a Paraguay with world-class infrastructure that connects to the region and contributes to the country’s economic recovery after the COVID-19 crisis.

In other news, State Attorney General Emiliano Rolón Fernández held a press conference to provide an update on his first 100 days in office. He discussed the ongoing investigation into the alleged links between former Interior Minister Arnaldo Giuzzio and drug trafficking. Rolón Fernández stated that the investigation is still in the preliminary stage and emphasized the importance of gathering evidence to support the allegations.

The State Attorney General also mentioned that evidence is being collected in a separate case involving hiring practices at the Social Welfare Institute (IPS). He clarified that their focus is on identifying any potential criminal acts rather than evaluating administrative matters.

Meanwhile, Air Europa, an international airline, announced the cancellation of its flights starting from Monday, June 19. The cancellation is due to a strike by the company’s pilots, which has already left a group of passengers stranded at Silvio International Airport in Paraguay. Air Europa apologized for the inconvenience caused and offered affected passengers alternatives such as changing the date of their flight, changing the destination, or requesting a voucher.

The Meteorology Department has forecasted a cold start to Monday, followed by warmer temperatures in the afternoon. The skies are expected to be partly cloudy with northeasterly winds. The maximum temperature is estimated to reach 22 degrees, and precipitation is expected to return from Tuesday onwards.

Regarding the weather, minimum temperatures between 7 and 11 degrees are expected in the Eastern region of Paraguay on Monday. In the Paraguayan Chaco, temperatures will range between 10 and 12 degrees, while maximum temperatures across the country will continue to rise, reaching average values between 22 and 28 degrees. Cloudiness is expected to increase on Tuesday in the center and south of both regions, accompanied by northeasterly winds and scattered rains.

In health news, the hexavalent vaccine is now available in the Public Health system for infants born since April of this year. Previously only accessible in the private sector, the hexavalent vaccine provides immunity against six diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, influenza, hepatitis B, and poliomyelitis. The vaccine should be administered at 2, 4, 6, and 18 months of age. This new addition to the public system simplifies the vaccination process, as it combines the previously required pentavalent and polio vaccines.

Overall, these developments in Paraguay highlight the government’s efforts to modernize the country’s infrastructure, address ongoing investigations, manage disruptions in the aviation sector, provide accurate weather forecasts, and improve public health services.

What steps is Air Europa taking to minimize the disruption caused by the pilots’ strike for affected passengers

Ny’s pilots, who are demanding better working conditions and higher wages. The strike is expected to last for an indefinite period, causing significant disruptions for travelers.

Air Europa has advised passengers affected by the cancellation to contact their customer service to reschedule their flights or request a refund. The airline is working to minimize the impact on passengers and has expressed its commitment to reaching a resolution with the pilots’ union.

This strike comes at a particularly difficult time for the aviation industry, which has been heavily impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Many airlines have faced financial difficulties and have had to make significant cuts to their operations. The strike adds further challenges for Air Europa and highlights the ongoing struggles faced by the industry as it tries to recover.

In conclusion, Paraguay’s President-elect has appointed Claudia Centurión as the new Minister of Public Works, highlighting the government’s focus on infrastructure development. The State Attorney General has provided updates on ongoing investigations into alleged links between former Interior Minister Arnaldo Giuzzio and drug trafficking, as well as hiring practices at the Social Welfare Institute. Lastly, Air Europa’s cancellation of flights due to a pilots’ strike adds further challenges to the aviation industry’s recovery efforts.