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Paraguay's Ex-President Santiago Pena Arrested Amidst Bank Collapse CrisisEconomy

Paraguay's Ex-President Santiago Pena Arrested Amidst Bank Collapse Crisis

Paraguayan police raided the home of former President Santiago Pena amid an investigation into the collapse of Ueno Bank, which has triggered a significant economic and political crisis in the nation. Pena faces charges including breach of trust and administration for personal gain, related to allegations of using his influence to channel public funds into the bank.

Al Jazeera English|November 9, 2026
Ousted Paraguayan President Santiago Pena Charged in Major Banking ScandalEconomy

Ousted Paraguayan President Santiago Pena Charged in Major Banking Scandal

Former Paraguayan President Santiago Pena has been charged with breach of trust and administration for personal gain in connection with a banking scandal involving the digital bank Ueno. The collapse of Ueno has led to widespread protests and left millions unable to access their savings.

Al Jazeera English|November 7, 2026|5
Paraguay's President Pena Impeached Amidst Banking Scandal; Vice President Alliana Sworn InPolitics

Paraguay's President Pena Impeached Amidst Banking Scandal; Vice President Alliana Sworn In

Pedro Alliana has been sworn in as Paraguay's new president following the impeachment of Santiago Pena over a banking scandal involving Ueno Bank. Pena has been placed under house arrest amid investigations into potential corruption and mismanagement.

Al Jazeera English|November 7, 2026
Paraguay Plunged into Crisis: President Faces Impeachment Amidst Ueno Bank CollapsePolitics

Paraguay Plunged into Crisis: President Faces Impeachment Amidst Ueno Bank Collapse

Paraguay's President Santiago Pena faces impeachment following the collapse of Ueno Bank, a major digital lender. The crisis has led to frozen customer accounts and investigations into risky insider lending practices.

Al Jazeera English|November 6, 2026