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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

President Santiago Peña hosts Japanese Crown Prince and Princess for 90th anniversary of immigration

Paraguayan President Santiago Peña met with Crown Prince Fumihito and Princess Kiko of Akishino to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Japanese immigration to Paraguay. The visit is part of an official tour by the Japanese imperial couple.

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Why It Matters

This diplomatic visit marks a significant historical milestone in the bilateral relationship between Paraguay and Japan regarding the 90-year history of the Japanese community in Paraguay.

Key Facts

  • President Santiago Peña hosted the Japanese Crown Prince and Princess on Thursday.
  • The visit commemorates the 90th anniversary of Japanese immigration to Paraguay.
  • The event is part of an official tour by the Japanese imperial couple.

Who's Mentioned

personKiko of Akishino“Crown Princess of Japan”personFumihito“Crown Prince of Japan”personSantiago Peña“President of Paraguay”other90“Years of Japanese immigration to Paraguay”locationLa Colmena“First Japanese colony in Paraguay”locationParaguay“Host country”locationIguazú“Location of commemorative events”locationAsunción“Capital of Paraguay”locationJapan“Country of origin for the imperial visitors”