Mercedes Canese
Mercedes Canese served as the Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy in Paraguay during the presidency of Fernando Lugo from 2008 to 2012. In her role, she was instrumental in negotiating energy agreements, particularly concerning the Itaipú Dam, which is a significant hydroelectric power project shared between Paraguay and Brazil. Canese has been vocal about the importance of protecting Paraguay's sovereignty in energy negotiations and has criticized the current government's approach to recent espionage allegations involving Brazil. She emphasizes the need for transparency and public involvement in negotiations to ensure that Paraguay's interests are adequately represented.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Paraguay | 3 | 7.33 | 0.20% | +10% | 7,132,538 | 15,485 | $38,000 | 83$ |
| Totals | 3 | 7,132,538 | 15,485 | $38,000 | 83$ |
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Recent Mentions
Paraguay:
Mercedes Canese, former Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, demanded an investigation into ten points regarding Itaipú's management.
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Paraguay:
Canese presented a document demanding an audit of Itaipú's management through the ANDE.
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Paraguay:
Mercedes Canese is a former vice minister of Mines and Energy who participated in the march.
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Paraguay:
Mercedes Canese is one of the promoters of the law to declare electricity as a human right.
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Paraguay:
Mercedes Canese is a leader of the opposition advocating for a violence-free work environment.
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Paraguay:
Mercedes Canese, the former Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, criticizes the current government's response to espionage and emphasizes the need for firm negotiations.
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