Federico Franco, his vice-president and a former ally, appeared before the cameras wearing the presidential sash.

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Mr Lugo was replaced by Vice-President Federico Franco of the Liberal Party in less than 48 hours.

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The eight-person group's visit will include meetings with Lugo, President Federico Franco, government ministers and court officials.

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"We will hire international experts in aerial accidents to investigate what happened in a clear and objective manner, " Paraguayan President Federico Franco said in a written statement.

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Vice-President Federico Franco has already been sworn in as president.

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