Asunción is the capital and largest city of Paraguay, a landlocked nation in South America that shares borders with Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia. As per Paraguay shipments data, with a GDP of over USD 45.5 billion and total imports of about USD 17.21 billion in 2024, the nation's reliance on imported consumer and industrial products to fund its infrastructure and economic activity is evident.
Argentina (about 7–10%), Brazil (24%), and China (33%), the main import partners, demonstrated both regional and international economic connections. As per Paraguay customs data, electrical machinery, mineral fuels, and industrial equipment were among Paraguay's top imports. Fertilizers, medications, and auto parts, all necessary for the energy, transportation, and agricultural sectors, came next.