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Dual Role of Paraguay River: Crucial Waterway for Trade and Drug Trafficking

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Dual Role of Paraguay River: Crucial Waterway for Trade and Drug Trafficking

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  • The **Paraguay River**, with its headwaters in Brazil, flows south to join the Parana River, creating a key 2,100-mile waterway.
  • This waterway exports significant **agricultural and mineral goods**, handling large cargo from countries like Argentina, Bolivia, and Brazil.
  • Despite its importance for trade, the river is also exploited for **drug trafficking**, with cartels operating along its route.
  • Fishermen in the region express concerns as **large freight vessels** disrupt local fishing activities and livelihoods.
  • The Argentine government has begun enforcing stricter measures against crime as violence linked to drug shipments increases, particularly in cities like **Rosario**.

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