Country code: 595. Moderate internal network apart from the main cities.

Roaming agreements exist with international mobile phone companies. Coverage is limited to urban areas.

Internet cafes are available in main urban areas.

Airmail to Europe takes five days.

The press and broadcasters air a range of views, including those of the opposition. But journalists investigating corruption, or covering strikes and protests, risk intimidation, and media outlets sometimes face legal harassment.

• The main daily newspapers are ABC Color, La Nación and Ultima Hora.
• American newspapers are available.

• Sistema Nacional de Television is a private network.
• Other private stations include Canal 2 and El Trece.

• Radio Nacional del Paraguay is state run.
• Other stations include Radio Cardinal, Radio City, Radio Canal 100, Radio Nanduti and Radio Venus.