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Mauricio Salgueiro is a highly skilled transactional attorney specializing in banking and finance, corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, start-ups, and project finance. With extensive experience in both local and cross-border transactions, he provides practical and innovative solutions for complex legal matters.

Recognized for his active role in negotiations, in-depth knowledge of financial systems, and ability to structure high-impact projects, Mauricio has been instrumental in advancing economic growth in Paraguay and the region.

Mauricio has played a pivotal role in high-profile transactions. He advised Atome Paraguay S.A.E. on the development of a 145 MW green hydrogen and ammonia plant, managing critical aspects such as securing Paraguay’s largest PPA for an industrial user, negotiating free trade zone agreements, structuring tax plans, and obtaining environmental authorizations for the USD 500 million project. This work underscores his ability to navigate complex regulatory and corporate challenges in the renewable energy sector.

He also contributed to Paraguay’s first public-private partnership (PPP) project for the USD 250 million financing and operation of Route PY02. Acting as an advisor to IDB and IDB Invest, Mauricio oversaw structuring, refinancing, and construction, setting a benchmark for infrastructure financing in Paraguay. In the energy sector, he supported President Energy Paraguay S.A. in oil and gas exploration, including managing government relations and a strategic alliance with Taiwan’s OPIC for a USD 100 million project, marking a milestone in resource exploration initiatives.

In corporate transactions, Mauricio advised Reva, a sports entertainment technology company, in acquiring competitors in Paraguay and Bolivia, managing due diligence and negotiation to strengthen its regional market presence. These engagements highlight his expertise in managing complex transactions and delivering innovative legal solutions.