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Paraguay Ex-President Pena Faces Corruption Probe
Ex-President Santiago Pena, accused of misusing public funds, is under investigation by Paraguay's prosecutors.
In brief
Ex-President Santiago Pena, accused of misusing public funds, is under investigation by Paraguay's prosecutors. Ex-President Santiago Pena of Paraguay was impeached after attempting resignation but was found guilty of misusing public funds to keep money in a state bank. Originally reported by CNBC Indonesia.
Ex-President Pena Under Investigation
Mantan Presiden Paraguay, Santiago Pena, visited the prosecutor's office on Saturday (7/11/2026) for questioning.
Pena Resigns But Impeached Instead
Pena submitted his resignation on Thursday (5/11/2026), but the Paraguayan parliament proceeded with impeachment instead.
Corruption Allegations Against Pena
Prosecutors claim Pena used his presidential authority to influence government agencies and state entities to keep public funds in Ueno Bank.
Here's the gist
Ex-President Santiago Pena of Paraguay was impeached after attempting resignation but was found guilty of misusing public funds to keep money in a state bank.
