Friday June 21st, 2024
CHACO PARAGUAY – The Fifth Integration Forum of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor (CBC) was successfully held in the city of Boquerón, Paraguay, from June 19 to 21. Governors and representatives of the Regional Governments of the seven Subnational Territories present reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Corridor from their territories as a catalyst for regional integration, promoting sustainable development and connectivity among the participating states, and improving the quality of life for their inhabitants.
Presided over by Harold Bergen, Governor of Boquerón, the event brought together important figures from the political, business, and international organizations, and infrastructure experts from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Paraguay. The goal was to continue promoting the development of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor and fostering regional integration.
During the forum, significant progress was discussed in infrastructure, customs procedures, and facilities for cross-border transit. Participants presented innovative projects and concrete solutions to improve the economic and logistical competitiveness of the region. Additionally, strategies to strengthen cooperation among the participating countries and ensure the necessary financing for priority projects were analyzed.
Incorporation into the Forum:
The request for the incorporation of the Presidente Hayes department – Paraguay was unanimously approved, making it the eighth member of the Subnational Territories of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor.
Additionally, various working commissions met individually during the event, including:
The importance of regional integration for the economic and social development of the involved countries was also emphasized. The leaders present highlighted the crucial role of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor in promoting international trade.
The forum concluded with a renewed commitment from the participating countries to continue working together on the implementation of agreed measures and seeking financing for future projects.
The VI Forum is scheduled for February 17-21, 2025, in the city of Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
19 de June de 2024
Event: V Integration Forum of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor (CBC) Location: City of Boquerón, Paraguay Date: June 19-21 Objective The main objective of the forum was to strengthen the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor from the participating Subnational Territories, promoting regional integration, sustainable development, and connectivity between the states. This is considered a key opportunity to improve […]
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