Santiago Peña is removed by the Congress of Paraguay and Pedro Alliana assumes the presidency
The Congress of Paraguay removed President Santiago Peña this month through an impeachment trial linked to the Ueno Bank case. Following his removal and detention for potential criminal liabilities, Pedro Alliana assumed the country's presidency.
The process against Santiago Peña concluded in the Legislative Branch following a series of judicial and parliamentary investigations related to operations at Ueno Bank.
The removal of the president immediately activated constitutional succession mechanisms, resulting in the swearing-in of Pedro Alliana as the new head of state to ensure institutional continuity.
Judicial authorities continue to evaluate the former president's potential criminal liabilities while the new cabinet assumes its functions amid a scenario of high public attention.
- Santiago Peña was removed through an impeachment trial in the Paraguayan Congress.
- The Ueno Bank case prompted the investigations and the institutional process.
- Pedro Alliana assumed the country's presidency following the removal.
- Peña faces potential liabilities before the criminal justice system.
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