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ALLIANCE BUILDING: Paraguay's Conservative Leader CONFIRMS Participation in Trump's 'Shield of the Americas' Summit

Gary FranchiFebruary 20, 2026192 views
ALLIANCE BUILDING: Paraguay's Conservative Leader CONFIRMS Participation in Trump's 'Shield of the Americas' Summit
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Paraguay's conservative President Santiago Peña has officially confirmed his participation in President Trump's upcoming "Shield of the Americas" Summit, marking another significant diplomatic victory for the Trump administration's efforts to build strong alliances with like-minded leaders across Latin America.

The announcement on Thursday demonstrates the growing momentum behind Trump's regional strategy, which prioritizes partnerships with conservative governments that share America's values of sovereignty, security, and economic prosperity. Unlike the failed globalist approach of previous administrations, Trump's "Shield of the Americas" initiative focuses on practical cooperation that benefits ordinary citizens rather than elite bureaucrats.

Peña's participation is particularly significant given Paraguay's strategic position in South America and its consistent support for conservative principles. The Paraguayan leader has been a vocal advocate for free market policies and strong border security – positions that align perfectly with Trump's America First agenda.

Building Real Partnerships, Not Globalist Theater

While the Biden regime spent four years alienating our natural allies and cozying up to socialist dictatorships, President Trump is rebuilding America's standing with leaders who actually respect our values. The "Shield of the Americas" represents a stark departure from the weakness and appeasement that characterized the previous administration's foreign policy disasters.

This summit promises to address the real challenges facing the Western Hemisphere – from the ongoing border crisis to China's growing influence in the region. Unlike the empty virtue signaling we've seen from globalist institutions, Trump's approach focuses on concrete results that protect American interests while strengthening genuine partnerships.

Patriots should be encouraged by this development. When America leads with strength and principle, natural allies step forward to join us in defending freedom and prosperity against the forces of chaos and socialism that have plagued our hemisphere for too long.

The question isn't whether Trump's diplomatic reset will succeed – it's how quickly other regional leaders will recognize that America is back and ready to lead again. Will more conservative leaders follow Peña's example and stand with America against the globalist agenda?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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ConservativeTexanVerified2 hours ago
This is huge for regional stability. Does anyone know if other South American countries are joining the Shield of the Americas initiative?
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ReaganRepublicanVerifiedjust now
This reminds me of the Reagan Doctrine days when we actually had a coherent strategy for the Americas. Will this summit address the China influence problem in Latin America?
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LibertarianDadVerifiedjust now
I spent two years working in Asunción back in the 90s and Paraguayans have always been skeptical of big government. Makes perfect sense they'd align with Trump's vision for the hemisphere.
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SouthAmericaWatcherVerifiedjust now
That's a great point about their history. They've seen what happens when leftist governments take over neighboring countries.
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AmericaFirst_MomVerifiedjust now
Love seeing our allies step up! This is what real international cooperation looks like, not the globalist nonsense we've been dealing with.
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TraditionalistVoterVerifiedjust now
Paraguay's leader showing more backbone than half the politicians in Washington. Respect.
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PatriotMike47Verifiedjust now
Finally! It's about time we had real leadership in the Americas again. Paraguay knows what's at stake here.
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FreedomFirst2024Verifiedjust now
Exactly right Mike. Small countries like Paraguay understand the threat of socialism better than anyone.