For almost two centuries, Central and South America have become synonymous with economic paralysis. Economic growth has been limited by ruling oligarchies and dictators, restrictive policies, and foreign meddling.  But with the new era of globalization, the status quo is under attack.

A recent report released by the Latin American Venture Capital Association (LAVCA) suggests that, like much of the rest of the world, Latin America is rapidly opening up to investment and entrepreneurship. Although Brazil and Panama have been capturing most of the headlines, others countries are also on their way up, and attracting international investment capital.

Recent elections saw a newly elected Fernando Armindo Lugo Mendez end what was a sixty one consecutive year rule of the Colorado Party, and with it a renewed optimism and promise of change and reform.

Although Paraguay is a developing nation, it has one of the world’s most comprehensive legal systems regarding foreign investment, offering foreign investors the same guarantees, rights and obligations enjoyed by their domestic counterparts.  The signing of the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency Agreement (MIGA), created under the umbrella of the World Bank, and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation of the U.S., further insures investors against risk such as expropriation, currency inconvertibility and damages caused by revolution, war and civil strikes.

Paraguay, a MERCOSUR member nation, enjoys the privileged location in the heart of South America.  Occupying an axial position in the regional market makes it is an ideal starting point for trade and a gateway into the markets of Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.

Paraguay is a country with vast natural resources, energy and an available labor force, and is considered one of the world’s largest free-trade zones.  Recent trends have shown the recognition of these resources and opportunities by the global business community, specifically in the areas of land exploration and development, bio-fuels, and agriculture.

Recognizing these same opportunities and having developed strategic relationships, KEFALON, is a company specializing in providing consulting services while focusing on emergent opportunities in Paraguay.  KEFALON, through the experience of our team members and venture partners, possesses an exceptional understanding of the social, economic and political environment of Paraguay. 

Our interest is in creating venture partnerships with business professionals and investors, companies in a seed-stage or early-stage of development, companies and individuals offering new and innovative concepts and ideas, and with established companies looking to expand or invest in the Paraguayan market place.