This meeting strengthens dialogue between the public and private sectors
Paraguay’s President, Santiago Peña, met with businessman Javier Cárdenas-Moreno, President and CEO of Rhino Equipment, in New York to discuss opportunities for economic cooperation. Moreover, they aimed to strengthen collaboration between the public and private sectors across the region.
The meeting focused on issues related to innovation, trade and the development of projects aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth in Paraguay and Ibero-America. Peña and Cárdenas-Moreno agreed on the importance of creating stronger synergies between international companies and governments. As a result, this would attract investment, encourage innovation and generate quality employment.
Strengthening Regional Economic Integration
The meeting formed part of an agenda focused on strengthening economic integration and dialogue between political and business leaders from across Ibero-America.
During the conversation, Javier Cárdenas-Moreno highlighted Paraguay’s potential as a strategic destination for investment and international business development. In particular, he focused on sectors such as construction, infrastructure and agribusiness.
The country’s strategic position and opportunities for economic development make it an increasingly relevant market. This is especially true for companies seeking to expand their presence in Latin America.
Javier Cárdenas-Moreno Promotes International Business Cooperation
Cárdenas-Moreno emphasized the importance of establishing strategic partnerships between governments and the international business community. These partnerships are necessary to create new opportunities for economic development.
For Rhino Equipment, whose operations are connected to the construction and heavy-equipment sectors, stronger economic ties across Ibero-America can contribute to new business opportunities. Furthermore, these ties can support infrastructure and industrial development.
The dialogue with President Peña also reflects the growing importance of business diplomacy in connecting companies, governments and international markets.
Paraguay as a Strategic Partner for Ibero-America
The meeting highlighted Paraguay’s role in the broader regional conversation surrounding investment, infrastructure, innovation and sustainable development.
By bringing together political leadership and private-sector experience, encounters such as this create opportunities to explore new avenues for cooperation. At the same time, they strengthen economic ties between Paraguay, Latin America and international markets.
The meeting between Santiago Peña and Javier Cárdenas-Moreno reinforces a shared vision of regional collaboration. This vision is based on strategic alliances, investment and private-sector participation.
For Cárdenas, the encounter further underscores his commitment to building bridges between business leaders and governments across Ibero-America. In addition, he aims to promote international cooperation and identify opportunities that can contribute to long-term economic growth and competitiveness.





