Development: On 22 June Paraguay’s senate voted to impeach President Fernando Lugo, immediately removing him from office and replacing him with his vice-president, Federico Franco. Significance: Lugo becomes the first Paraguayan president to be impeached by congress. The process took place in record time: within a 48 hour-period. The speed of the process raised concern, prompting regional leaders to question whether there has been an effective break in the democratic order. Politically, this could result in Paraguay’s temporary suspension and/or expulsion from regional organisations, turning Paraguay into a regional pariah. Key points: • In a swift trial, which took place…