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Paraguay President Santiago Pena joined PM Modi in condemning the Pahalgam attack and discussed strengthening bilateral ties. 

About Paraguay 

• Location: Landlocked country in central South America. 
• Borders: Argentina to the south and southwest, Brazil to the east and northeast, and Bolivia to the northwest. 
• Capital: Asuncion 
• Major Rivers: Paraguay River, Parana River, and Pilcomayo River. These rivers provide Paraguay access to the Atlantic Ocean and support hydroelectric plants, making the country a leading global hydropower exporter. 
• Climate: Mainly subtropical to temperate. 
• Languages: Spanish and Guarani, both official languages. 
• Currency: Paraguayan Guarani (PYG). 
• Memberships: United Nations (UN), Organization of American States (OAS), Mercosur (Southern Common Market), Non-Aligned Movement, Lima Group, and International Solar Alliance (ISA). 

Map: Paraguay (Photo Credit: World Atlas)