Quick Facts
- Population: approximately 6.8 million
- 21 political parties recorded
- 1 political office tracked
- 1 political institution mapped
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Go beyond the overview and trace how power actually moves through Paraguay.
At a Glance
Governed from Asunción, Paraguay is a country in South America. With a population of approximately 6.8 million, it occupies a distinct place in the region's political landscape.
Paraguay's political landscape includes 21 political parties and 1 office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who leads Paraguay?
- Key political offices in Paraguay include President of Paraguay. These offices shape how executive, legislative, and judicial authority is exercised in the country.
- What is the capital of Paraguay?
- The capital of Paraguay is Asunción. As the seat of government, the capital is where the country's major political institutions and decision-making bodies are headquartered.
- What are the major political parties in Paraguay?
- Paraguay has 21 notable political parties, including Cherished Nation Party, Christian Democratic Party, Colorado Party, Democratic Progressive Party, Free Fatherland Party - Paraguay. Party competition is central to how political power is distributed — electoral outcomes and coalition dynamics directly determine who governs and what policies are implemented.
- What is the population of Paraguay?
- Paraguay has a population of approximately 6.8 million. Population size affects the country's representation in international bodies, electoral district sizing, and the scale of its political institutions.
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Parties
Cherished Nation Party
political party in Paraguay
Christian Democratic Party
political party in Paraguay
Colorado Party
political party in Paraguay
Democratic Progressive Party
political party in Paraguay
Free Fatherland Party - Paraguay
political party in Paraguay
Liberal Party
former Paraguayan political party
National Crusade Party
Paraguayan political party
National Encounter Party
political party in Paraguay
National Renewal Movement
political party in Paraguay
National Union of Ethical Citizens
political party in Paraguay
Paraguayan Communist Party (independent)
political party in Paraguay
Paraguayan Communist Party
political party in Paraguay
Paraguayan Humanist Party
political party in Paraguay
Partido Liberal Intercontinental del Paraguay (PLIP)
Modern liberal political party in Paraguay
Party for a Country of Solidarity
political party
Political Party Let's Do
political party in Paraguay
Radical Liberal Party
1963–1989 political party in Paraguay
Revolutionary Febrerista Party
political party
Tekojoja People's Movement
political party in Paraguay
Unified Radical Liberal Party
political party in Paraguay
Workers' Party
political party in Paraguay
Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Country
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- 2 linked
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(65/100)
Country data is assembled from structured entity records, election results, and office timelines.
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Cherished Nation Party
political party in Paraguay
Christian Democratic Party
political party in Paraguay
Colorado Party
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Democratic Progressive Party
political party in Paraguay
Free Fatherland Party - Paraguay
political party in Paraguay
Liberal Party
former Paraguayan political party
