Carlos Liseras Returns as Conajzar President

Paraguay.- 5 August 2026 | www.zonadeazar.com Carlos Augusto Liseras Osorio will return as President of Paraguay’s National Gambling Commission following his temporary period in the country’s Senate.

During his absence, the regulatory authority was led by Roxana Carolina del Río Villalba.

News Details

His reinstatement was formalised through Decree No. 6,462, signed by Paraguayan President Santiago Peña and dated 31 July 2026.

The decision ended the special unpaid leave granted to Liseras under Decree No. 5,842 of 22 April.

He had requested the leave to temporarily assume a seat in Paraguay’s Chamber of Senators.

Industry Context

Liseras returns amid ongoing debate surrounding gambling regulation, the protection of minors and enforcement against illegal operations in Paraguay.

During his previous period at the regulator, he highlighted the need to strengthen market oversight and introduce measures designed to prevent children and adolescents from being exposed to gambling-related harm.

His reinstatement also restores continuity to the leadership of Conajzar, the authority responsible for supervising and controlling gambling activities in the country.

Statements

When joining the Senate, Liseras said:

“My time as President of the National Gambling Commission gave me a clear and precise understanding of highly sensitive and dangerous issues affecting our country, particularly the protection of minors exposed to the harm caused by gambling addiction.”

He also described illegal gambling operations as “an ongoing reality” in Paraguay.

Next Steps or Impact

Liseras will resume Conajzar’s regulatory agenda and continue its work involving market oversight, gambling harm prevention and the protection of minors.

His return could provide continuity for policies developed before his leave and accelerate the handling of outstanding matters within the regulator.

Editó: @fonta