Yo Creo Movement Wins City Council Election in Ciudad del Este
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 5
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What happened
The leader of the Yo Creo movement, Miguel Prieto, won the city council in Ciudad del Este on October 4, 2026. The victory was achieved with 72.83% of the vote for his former aide, Dani Mujica. Prieto, a lawyer and opposition figure, had previously won the mayoralty in 2019, which ended 62 years of Colorado rule in the city.
From riotimesonline.com
Why it matters
The election result marks a major political shift in the city, which is Paraguay’s second-largest city. Prieto is viewed as a significant opposition figure in Paraguay, and the article notes the city's context regarding tax-free trade and diplomatic recognition of Taiwan.
From riotimesonline.com
Who's involved
- Ciudad del EsteDistrict of Paraguay where the city council election took place