Suryaa International Desk: Former Paraguay President Santiago Peña has appeared before prosecutors at the Attorney General's office for questioning. Peña, who was removed from office via impeachment and is currently under house arrest, is being investigated for alleged abuse of authority, negligence of duty, and violation of protection regulations.
The investigation follows the collapse of the digital banking firm ueno and an associated financial scandal. Opposition parties have alleged that Peña, who was previously a shareholder in the bank's holding company, facilitated irregularities. The Senate has supported these claims, while the scandal has left many customers unable to access their savings accounts, leading to protests in Asunción.
Pedro Alliana has assumed the role of interim president and is working to restore public confidence in the banking system. Peña has denied all allegations, with his legal counsel arguing that the bank's issues were related to regulatory adjustments rather than corruption. The ongoing proceedings are expected to impact the future political landscape of Paraguay.
