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05:11 GMT, Monday, 21 April 2008 06:11 UK

In pictures: Paraguay elections

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Opposition supporters in Paraguay have been celebrating victory in the country's presidential election.

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Former bishop Fernando Lugo won, capturing 41% of the vote.

Blanca Ovelar conceding defeat

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His main rival Blanca Ovelar, who was representing the ruling Colorado Party, won a 31% share.

Lugo supporters celebrate in Asuncion

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Mr Lugo's victory means a loss of power for the Colorado Party for the first time in 61 years.

Lugo supporters celebrating

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Much of the population has never experienced life under another political party.

Lugo supporters celebrating

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The change in power prompted rapturous scenes among opposition supporters.

Lugo supporters dancing in the streets

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Correspondents say it looks like the partying will continue long into the night.

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