Milei fires head of tax bureau over ‘streaming and influencers’ rules
by Marcelo J. García The question of whether Milei will be an anecdote or a new force that defines an era will largely begin to be answered in 2025. First and foremost, it will depend on the economy, and second — but by no means less important — on the midterm elections in October.
by Agustino Fontevecchia A year in, Milei is surfing the wave of popularity, feeling invincible as he receives the constant attention of the international media, which in turn feeds his ego even further.
Congress becomes its own worst enemy when deputies and senators refuse to do the work for which the tax-payer remunerates them.
by James Neilson Caught off-balance, progressives in the United States and movers and shakers in Latin America, Europe, East Asia, the Middle East and Africa are asking themselves what the return of the great disruptor could mean.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL
Almost 25 years on from the first opening of negotiations, the the EU and Mercosur reach agreement for free-trade deal that will create a market exceeding 700 million people.
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL
European Union and Mercosur bloc clinch trade deal despite objections of France, which will try to block process; Signing and ratification process could take as long as 18 months.
POLITICS & COURTS
Nation’s highest tribunal endorses previous ruling revoking acquittal of all defendants and orders trial in case first opened after complaint by late AMIA special prosecutor Alberto Nisman.
President Javier Milei aspires to reform Argentina’s economy in the way Ireland turned around its fortunes over the past three decades. The Irish see more nuance to their own story.
Argentina’s Central Bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 300 basis points to 32 percent as inflation expectations fall.
Senator for Entre Ríos Province Edgardo Kueider arrested on Paraguayan border carrying US$200,000 and 600,000 pesos in cash; Arrest of Peronist lawmaker, who has distanced himself from Kirchnerism and backed Javier Milei’s government in key votes, confirmed by Paraguayan authorities.
Police seize over 3,000 homemade bombs and 28 tons of bomb-making material in 9 South American countries. 45 people have been arrested over the course of the operation.
As confirmed by Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni, detailing that political and electoral reform and the anti-mafia law would be included, among other issues.
President Javier Milei’s government says it will introduce new rules allowing public hospitals and universities to charge foreigners, while tightening restrictions for expulsion and refusal of entry.
Argentina has abundant natural resources and legions of well-educated workers. But it struggles to attract investors because its politicians have a habit of changing the rules on a whim.
Alan Barrett, director of one of Ireland’s leading think tanks, details how his nation went from one of Europe’s poorest countries to a "Celtic tiger."
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Argentina Shale FLNG
Argentina has a plan to export liquefied natural gas, with drillers in shale patches now signed to supply fuel. This would be a US$3-billion liquefaction project.
COMMENTS IN INTERVIEW
Former Uruguayan president admits comments on Cristina Fernández de Kirchner were “not at all diplomatic,” but insists on need for renewal of Peronism.
EMBASSY ROW ESCALATES
Mario Oyarzábal, Argentina’s representative to the International Criminal Court (ICC), denounces Venezuelan government over inhumane “siege” of its Embassy in Caracas, where six opposition leaders are sheltering from authorities.
President will travel to the Italian capital to attend the Atreju festival organised by Italian leader's party, Fratelli d'Italia. He also plans to attend January's World Economic Forum in Davos.
What crimes are on the rise in the City of Buenos Aires? ‘Motochorro’ motorcycle petty theft and home robberies are increasing, with Palermo the most targeted part of the capital.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says it is "essential" that the European Union to finalise a free-trade deal with Latin America's Mercosur this week.
New multimedia exhibition 'Diego eterno,' which opened in Buenos Aires this week honours Diego Maradona's life with an immersive hologram experience, the player's memorabilia, and recreations of pivotal moments in his career.
Security Minister Patricia Bullrich vows to clamp down on “narco-terrorists” after threats against her and Santa Fe Province Governor Maximilaino Pullaro in video.
Trump puts pressure on BRICS, in an attempt to have countries around the world stay anchored to the US dollar-based financial system.
Brazil's president Lula da Silva ignored his economic aides warning to not ignite any economic plans that will spark a selloff, and markets plunged immediately. The plan calls for limiting hikes to the minimum wage, earnings for the highest-paid civil servants and salary bonuses to low-income workers.
Biden on Sunday issued an official pardon for his son Hunter, who is facing sentencing for two criminal cases related to tax evasion and the purchase of a firearm.
Argentina wheat traders are seeking to close their first significant sales to China since the 1990s, according to the head of the country’s top crop-exporting group.
A look at the challenges facing President Javier Milei’s government as it attempts to consolidate the natural gas exports from the vast Vaca Muerta formation.
President Javier Milei is imposing a December deadline on Argentina’s first bid to sell a long list of state-run companies to the private sector, outlining how challenging it will be.
Judge todecide on December 10 whether to dismiss the charges against two French international rugby players accused of raping a woman after a match in Argentina.
A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.
Buenos Aires City government announces multi-payment system for that Subte underground and Pre-metro rail services, allowing users to pay fares with mobile phones, debit and credit cards.
President Javier Milei grants lengthy interview to UK magazine 'The Economist' detailing how he cut state spending, his relationship with US president-elect Donald Trump, ties with China and is seeking new deal with the International Monetary Fund.
