ࡱ> @ "_bjbjFF ,,U%T^^^Z__Ș,`DapaaabucDc$kmmmmmmRF>mPubbPuPumaaTxTxTxPuFaakTxPukTxTx2Ga` p@^u?.l0Șm.Tv\dci<TxndkqcccmmD:#@>x:@World Trade OrganizationRESTRICTED DOCPROPERTY "Symbol1" WT/TPR/S/146 31 March 2005 (05-1286)Trade Policy Review Body TRADE POLICY REVIEW  DOCPROPERTY "Country"\* UPPER PARAGUAY Report by the Secretariat  This report, prepared for the  FORMTEXT Trade Policy Review of  DOCPROPERTY "Country" Paraguay, has been drawn up by the ϲʹ Secretariat on its own responsibility. The Secretariat has, as required by the Agreement Establishing the Trade Policy Review Mechanism (Annex 3 of the Marrakesh Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization), sought clarification from the Government of DOCPROPERTY "Country" Paraguay on its trade policies and practices. Any technical questions arising from this report may be addressed to  DOCPROPERTY "Technical" Mr Diego Iribarren (Tel: (022) 739 6392), Ms Ulla Kask (Tel: (022) 739 5627) or MrRaymundo Valds (Tel: (022) 739 5346). Document  FORMTEXT WT/TPR/G/146 contains the policy statement submitted by DOCPROPERTY "Country" Paraguay.  ADVANCE \y 700  Note: This report is subject to restricted circulation and press embargo until the end of the first session of the meeting of the Trade Policy Review Body on DOCPROPERTY "Country" Paraguay. CONTENTS Page SUMMARY OBSERVATIONS vii (1) Introduction vii (2) Economic Environment vii (3) Trade and investment policy framework vii (4) Market access in goods viii (5) Other measures affecting trade ix (6) Sectoral policies x I. Economic environment 1 (1) Overview 1 (2) Recent economic developments 1 (i) Structure of the economy 1 (ii) Output and employment 2 (iii) Fiscal Policy 4 (iv) Monetary and exchange rate policy 6 (v) Balance of payments 8 (3) Trade and investment flows 11 (i) Composition of trade 11 (ii) Geographical distribution of trade 11 (iii) Foreign direct investment 12 (4) Outlook 13 II. Trade and investment regime 14 (1) Overview 14 (2) Trade Policy Formulation and Implementation 15 (i) Legal and institutional framework 15 (ii) Trade policy objectives and formulation 16 (3) Foreign Investment Regime 18 (4) International Relations 21 (i) World Trade Organization 21 (ii) Preferential trade agreements 24 (5) Trade-related Technical Assistance 30 Page III. trade policies by measure 32 (1) overview 32 (2) measures directly affecting imports 33 (i) Procedures, registration and documentation 33 (ii) Customs valuation 36 (iii) Rules of origin 37 (iv) Tariffs 38 (v) Other charges affecting imports 47 (vi) Import prohibitions, restrictions and licensing 49 (vii) Contingency measures 51 (viii) Standards and other technical requirements (including SPS) 56 (3) measures directly affecting exports 61 (i) Procedures and documentation 61 (ii) Export taxes, charges and levies 62 (iii) Export prohibitions, restrictions and licensing 63 (iv) Tax concessions, free zones and other fiscal benefits 64 (v) Export promotion, finance, insurance and guarantees 68 (4) Other measures affecting production and trade 69 (i) Legal framework for business activity, including registration 69 (ii) Competition policy and price controls 72 (iii) Incentives and other government supports 73 (iv) State trading, public corporations and privatization 75 (v) Government procurement 76 (vi) Intellectual property rights 80 IV. trade policies by sector 89 (1) overview 89 (2) agriculture, livestock and forestry 90 (i) Features 90 (ii) Policy objectives in the sector 93 (iii) Trade measures and other policy instruments 95 (iv) Key subsectors 97 (3) manufacturing sector 102 (4) energy sector 105 (i) Hydrocarbons and other fuels 106 (ii) Electricity 108 (5) services 110 (i) Overview 110 (ii) Telecommunications 112 (iii) Financial services 117 (iv) River transport 123 (v) Air transport 126 (vi) Land transport 128 (vii) Tourism 129 APPENDIX TABLES 137 Page CHARTS III. trade policies by measure III.1 Frequency distribution of MFN tariff rates, 2004 41 III.2 Tariff escalation by ISIC 2-digit industry, 2004 42 TABLES I. Economic environment I.1 Structure of GDP and employment, 1997-2004 2 I.2 Leading economic indicators, 1997-2004 3 I.3 Financial accounts of the Central Government, 1997-2004 5 I.4 Leading monetary indicators, 1997-2004 7 I.5 Balance of payments, 1997-2003 9 I.6 Foreign direct investment stock, 1998-2003 12 II. TRADE AND INVESTMENT REGIME II.1 Approved projects (Law No. 60/90) 20 III. TRADE POLICIES BY MEASURE III.1 Registration requirements for importers and imported products 34 III.2 Summary analysis of Paraguay's MFN tariff, 2004 39 III.3 Paraguay's MFN tariff structure, 1997 and 2004 40 III.4 Import licensing 50 III.5 Import prohibitions 50 III.6 Sanitary and phytosanitary requirements for imports 59 III.7 BNF export financing, 2001-2004 69 III.8 International conventions ratified by Paraguay 80 III.9 Overview of the protection of intellectual property rights in Paraguay, 2005 81 IV. TRADE POLICIES BY SECTOR IV.1 Trends in land use by subsector, 1988/99 to 2002/03 91 IV.2 Production of commodities, 1993-2003 92 IV.3 Value added in manufactures, 1991-2002 102 IV.4 Summary of specific commitments under the GATS 111 IV.5 Selected telecommunication indicators, 1997-2003 113 Page APPENDIX TABLES I. Economic environment AI.1 Merchandise exports by product group, 1998-2003 139 AI.2 Merchandise imports by product group, 1998-2003 141 AI.3 Merchandise exports by trading partner, 1998-2003 143 AI.4 Merchandise imports by trading partner, 1998-2003 145 II. TRADE AND INVESTMENT REGIME AII.1 Summary of Paraguay's notifications to the ϲʹ, October 2004 147 IV. TRADE POLICIES BY SECTOR AIV.1 Agricultural exports by product, 1993-2003 150 AIV.2 Agricultural exports by destination, 1993-2003 151 AIV.3 Main agricultural imports, 1993-2003 152 AIV.4 MFN tariffs on agricultural products 153 AIV.5 Tariffs on agricultural products from Paraguay: USA (2002) 154 AIV.6 Cotton production and exports 155 AIV.7 Soya production and exports, 1993-2003 156 AIV.8 Sugar production and exports, 1993-2003 157 AIV.9 Maize (corn) production and exports, 1993-2003 158 AIV.10 Production and exports of other crops, 1993-2003 159 AIV.11 Production and exports of animal products 160 AIV.12 Exports of wood products, 1993-2003 161 AIV.13 Manufacturing sector exports, 1991-2002 162 AIV.14 Manufacturing sector imports, 1991-2002 163 AIV.15 Manufacturing sector tariffs 164 SUMMARY OBSERVATIONS introduction Reflecting in part the importance of trade to its economy, Paraguay has made significant efforts to streamline and modernize its trade regime since its first Review in 1997. Applied MFN tariffs have been reduced to an average of 8.9 per cent. Although in a couple of instances export restrictions and local content requirements have been used, other trade measures appear to create no significant distortions to trade or investment. Nonetheless, Paraguay's economic performance has remained modest, reflecting both the impact of exogenous shocks and internal problems. Further steps thus appear to be required to accelerate and ensure the sustainability of growth. Paraguay considers regional integration agreements as complementary to multilateral and its own liberalization initiatives. Paraguay's membership in the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) has had a significant impact on its economy, opening markets for Paraguayan goods but placing domestic producers under increased competitive pressure. In this context, agriculture has consolidated its position as a leading sector, while manufacturing has experienced mixed results despite the support provided by industrial policy measures. The State still plays an important role in some activities, and the cost of key services, such as transportation and telecommunications, is relatively high. Privatization was attempted as a means to address this and other problems but efforts were halted in 2002. Nevertheless, attracting new investment to improve efficiency remains crucial. This would be aided by enhancing the stability of the trade and investment regime which, in turn, could be achieved by expanding Paraguay's multilateral commitments, particularly under the GATS. economic environment Between 1997 and 2002, Paraguay's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) decreased. Although this trend was reversed in 2003, driven essentially by exports of agricultural products, between 1997 and 2004 real GDP per capita still declined. The fiscal situation has improved markedly since 2003 as a result of several reforms, notably to the pension system and to the administration of public funds. Gross foreign debt as a proportion of GDP increased during 1997-03, reaching 47.8 per cent in 2003. Monetary policy has sought to maintain a stable domestic price level, including through interventions in the foreign exchange market. The appreciation of the currency has contributed to slow the general growth of domestic prices. However, real interest rates remained high and represent an obstacle to growth International trade is important for Paraguay, the value of imports and exports being approximately equal to GDP. Paraguay's main exports are primary products, especially agricultural and food products, whilst most of its imports are manufactured goods. The trade balance was negative throughout the period under review whilst the current account became positive in 2002 due in part to a reduction in the trade deficit. MERCOSUR plays a vital role in Paraguay's trade, both as a source of imports and as an export market. Unregistered trade to evade taxes is significant. trade and investment policy FRAMEWORK During the review period, there have been no major changes to Paraguay's fundamental legal framework although various new specific statutes have been adopted. However, various events impinge on the functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary, which highlights the importance of ongoing efforts to improve governance in order to ensure the stability of the trade and investment environment. Paraguay's trade policy aims to consolidate and increase its participation in international trade, and thus enhance economic and social development. Paraguay became a GATT contracting party in 1994, and is an original member of the ϲʹ. It participates actively in the ϲʹ, and has made numerous proposals in the context of the Doha Development Agenda. Its main areas of concern include trade in agricultural products, and special and differential treatment for landlocked developing countries with small and vulnerable economies. Paraguay has submitted a relatively large number of notifications to the ϲʹ, although some are still pending. It has also made relatively active use of the ϲʹ dispute settlement mechanism, as a third party, mostly in cases concerning agricultural products. Paraguay is a founding member of MERCOSUR, which it views as an instrument to overcome structural deficiencies. Within MERCOSUR, Paraguay has sought the adoption of measures to lessen asymmetries in the region. The MERCOSUR integration process has had a considerable impact on Paraguayan trade, and the final form the customs union takes should have a significant bearing on Paraguay's economic development. Paraguay also grants preferences to the MERCOSUR associate members. Paraguay participates in the Latin-American Integration Association (LAIA), and has signed partial-scope agreements with all its members. In addition, Paraguay has concluded economic complementarity agreements with Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru and Venezuela. As part of MERCOSUR, Paraguay is negotiating preferential arrangements with a number of other trading partners. Paraguayan exports receive GSP preferences in various markets. Paraguay's foreign investment regime is essentially open. There are no restrictions on private investment, foreign or national, other than in certain activities reserved for the State. Paraguay seeks to enhance its investment environment through international arrangements, and has concluded numerous bilateral agreements on investment promotion and protection, and on double taxation. Nevertheless, Paraguay has made limited use of commitments under the GATS agreements to consolidate and improve the predictability of its investment regime. market access in goods Since its previous Review, Paraguay has taken steps to facilitate trade, including the adoption of the ϲʹ definition of transaction value, the abolition of preshipment inspection, and the establishment of a single export registry. In 2005, a new Customs Code entered into force. Steps have also been taken to address control problems at customs. However, product-specific registries are still used for imports and, although steps are being taken to address this, export procedures appear cumbersome and time-consuming. Tariffs are the main instrument of border protection and an important source of fiscal revenue (around 20 per cent of annual tax collection). All tariffs are ad valorem. The simple average applied MFN tariff had decreased to 8.9 per cent in 2004 from 9.6 per cent in 1997; however, the average was higher in 1999 and 2000, when applied tariffs were temporarily increased. The average applied MFN tariff is 9.9 per cent for agricultural products (ϲʹ definition) and 8.8 per cent for non-agricultural products. Paraguay applies MERCOSUR's Common External Tariff (CET) with exceptions concerning 24 per cent of its tariff lines. In line with Paraguay's stated preference for generally low import duties, as long as such exceptions are in force Paraguay's average applied tariff should remain below the CET mean. Paraguay has bound its whole tariff schedule, thus increasing the predictability of its trade regime. However, the gap between applied and bound tariffs remains relatively wide as the average bound tariff is 32.6 per cent. A number of tariffs agreed in MERCOSUR are above Paraguay's bound rates but the authorities noted that in these cases the bound rates are applied. In addition to tariffs, certain other duties and charges are applied exclusively on imports. All imports are subject to a "valuation fee" of 0.5 per cent on the c.i.f. value of imports. In addition, a tax of 7 per cent is levied on the consular fees to finance the National Indigenous Institute (INDI). Consular fees are collected for document registration. A fee of 1 per cent (or above) is paid to the Directorate of Civil Aeronautics, and of between 0.75 per cent and 3 per cent to the National Shipping and Ports Administration on imports handled by these two agencies Between November 1998 and the end of 1999, Paraguay imposed minimum specific import duties (DIEM) on certain products to "counteract trade distortions affecting the domestic economy". Between July 2001 and end 2003, Paraguay maintained, with modifications, a temporary import measure (METI) in the form of a 10 per cent duty on the c.i.f. value ofcertain imports to "counteract distorting effects on the domestic economy and maintain the competitiveness of domestic products". For the most part imports and domestically produced goods receive the same treatment as regards domestic taxes. However, during the period under review, Paraguay increased by up to 50per cent the taxable value of certain imported products subject to excise taxes (beer, cigarettes and lead-free petrol). On the other hand, some products sold mainly to tourists are subject to a reduced tax base. Prior authorization and prohibitions are used for health, environmental or security reasons. Import restrictions and prohibitions can also be imposed for economic development, balance-of-payments or safeguard purposes, as well as to protect domestic production from imports. Paraguay has notified to the ϲʹ two anti-dumping measures, but no safeguard or countervailing measures during the period under review. Since its previous Review, Paraguay has notified the ϲʹ one SPS measure but no technical regulations. other measures affecting trade Fiscal incentives to exports are granted under different regimes, such as temporary admission, free trade zones, and in-bond processing (maquila). Neither the free zone regime nor the maquila regime have been notified to the ϲʹ as providing export subsidies. Export taxes levied on bovine leather and soya beans to encourage local processing were phased out on 1 March 2005. Exports of bovine leather are subject to prior authorization to guarantee supplies for the domestic industry; in 2003, the same requirement was introduced for exports of certain metals. The export of unprocessed and semi-processed wood is prohibited. Paraguay offers incentives to investment and production, most of them fiscal, which in some instances complement fiscal credit targeted to specific sectors. Some of these incentives are subject to the use of nationally produced capital goods or the use of Paraguayan consultants. The motor vehicle industry has its own special regime; amongst other things, it requires increasing use of domestic components. Paraguay has informed the ϲʹ that it does not provide subsidies within the scope of the SCM Agreement, and it has made no TRIMs notification. Paraguay has no competition law per se although several pieces of legislation provide general guidelines. A draft law has been under consideration in Congress since 2003. State-owned companies are mostly involved in the provision of services, with some operating under monopoly conditions. The fragile financial position of some companies led the Government to draw up privatization plans but the process was indefinitely halted by Congress in 2002 in response to lack of public trust. Paraguay is not a signatory to the Plurilateral Agreement on Government Procurement. Paraguay introduced a new procurement law in 2003 with the aim of enhancing transparency and predictability. International bidding is used where there is deemed to be no national supplier, where international treaties so demand, or for "price convenience". Also, participation by foreign companies may be subject to their home countries providing reciprocal treatment to Paraguayan companies. Paraguay has adopted several new laws and regulations to enhance the protection of intellectual property rights. Paraguay's intellectual property legislation was reviewed by the TRIPS Council in 2000. Notwithstanding the efforts made to improve enforcement, this issue remains a source of concern to both Paraguay and its trading partners. sectoral policies During the period under review, agriculture consolidated its position as a leading sector in the Paraguayan economy. Agricultural exports have increased and averaged around 84 per cent of total merchandise exports between 1997 and 2003; such exports are concentrated in a small number of products, particularly soya bean and soy products. The Government seeks to support the sector through public finance programmes, which appear modest in scope, and has imposed export taxes on a few products. The manufacturing sector is relatively small, the main industries being food processing, textiles and clothing, tobacco and beverages. Overall, value added in manu-facturing has tended to fall, in part because the sector seems to have exploited the opportunities arising from the formation of MERCOSUR only to a limited extent. Paraguay maintains various programmes that provide public assistance to manufacturing, including a scheme specifically for the automotive industry. A State oil company has a de facto monopoly on the importation of crude petroleum. In part to support the domestic sugar industry, petrol of up to 95 octane must contain ethanol; importers of petrol must mix this product with ethanol in Paraguay. Paraguay has abundant potential to generate hydroelectric power; the world's largest hydroelectric plant is located at the border between Paraguay and Brazil, and has enabled Paraguay to become one of the world's largest exporters of electricity. Electricity costs in Paraguay appear to be relatively low by regional standards though not by world standards. The domestic electricity market is dominated by a State company. The restructuring of the electricity sector has been under consideration since 1995. Paraguay's GATS commitments are modest, confined to certain activities in financial services and tourism. Paraguay did not participate in the post-Uruguay Round negotiations on telecommunications or on financial services. The banking sector appears to be highly concentrated, and restrictions in the availability of credit and high interest rates appear to be hindering growth in other sectors. During the period under review, the banking sector experienced a crisis from which it seems to have recovered. At the beginning of 2005, Congress was considering a draft law to regulate the operation of public banks. The development of fixed telephony has lagged and mobile telephony has met much of the demand for services. The State-owned operator has a de facto monopoly on fixed telephony; in 2000, the Government began privatization of this operator but the process was stopped partly owing to lack of public trust and concerns about the constitutionality of the bidding process. The authorities are reviewing their policy objectives for the sector. Paraguay's international trade faces transportation costs that are amongst the highest in the Western Hemisphere, partly because Paraguay is landlocked. Maritime and river cargo transport is reserved for Paraguayan-registered vessels, although this restriction may be eased for transport to and from LAIA members and has been eliminated for river transport in the case of countries that are signatories to the Hydrovia treaty. The private sector may construct and operate river ports in order to provide commercial services, but airports that provide similar services must be administered by a State entity. 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