Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina launch a major integration project at the triple border. It includes measures to promote trade flows, new infrastructure initiatives, and logistical innovations.

The countries’ representatives reported this during a special session of the Trinational Development Commission (CODETRI), convened specifically to advance the implementation of integration projects in the region.

The meeting focused on the necessary complementary measures and construction work to prepare for the opening of the integration bridge between cities Franco (Paraguay), and Foz (Brazil). Thousands of large trucks are expected to cross this bridge daily, making appropriate infrastructure and fast customs and immigration services on both sides essential.

Possible Project: Cable Car

The discussion also addressed the need for a trinational cable car connecting Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil), Ciudad del Este (Paraguay), Presidente Franco (Paraguay), and Puerto Iguazú (Argentina).

Two international companies expressed interest in developing this project and offered their services for the construction of the 25-kilometer-long cable car.

One of the companies cited the cable car in La Paz, Bolivia, as an example, noting that it features state-of-the-art technology.

However, as local media report, this project is not being discussed for the first time; so far, it has not progressed beyond talks and presentations.