Protesters rally in Buenos Aires over soaring household debt
Dispute between Washington and Beijing for global technological influence is alive in Argentina. Huawei lies at the centre of the controversy due to its participation in CALF projects in Neuquén, while the United States demands “networks of confidence” to protect data linked to Vaca Muerta. The Hidrovía waterway and the future AI projects in Bariloche complete a map where US investments co-exist with technology of Chinese origin.
Economic activity grew more than expected in June, offering fresh signs of momentum; Mining sector led growth on an annual basis, followed by agriculture.
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Trial proceedings suspended for a week over possible medical evidence mix-up; Defence lawyers claim kidney kidney tests produced at the trial belonged to Maradona's father, who died in 2015.
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Former digital troll chief linked to President Javier Milei is under arrest in Bolivia, accused of masterminding an attack against his pregnant ex-partner. His career as troll includes smear campaigns, a graft scandal and accusations of being a background influence in the Bolivian government.
ARREST IN BOLIVIA
Political consultant , a key digital strategist behind Milei's 2023 presidential campaign, detained in Bolivian city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra while attempting to board a flight to Buenos Aires; Detention comes amid investigation into armed attack that left his alleged partner, lawyer Nadia Beller, seriously injured.
Economy Minister Luis Caputo confirms national and international tender for privatisation of Belgrano, San Martín and Urquiza freight lines for half a century; Rules barring state-controlled bidders seen as targeting Chinese rail operators, local media reports.
Top US DEA drug enforcement chief Terrance Cole, praises Argentina's counter-narcotics strategy during the 40th International Drug Enforcement Conference, hosted in Buenos Aires for the first time.
Argentina’s decision to join Trump-led Geneva Consensus brings position on abortion and reproductive rights back into focus; Secrecy surrounding the move raises questions about government’s strategy over politically sensitive issue.
Three scenarios, but one decisive factor: the economy.
After several days without public activity, President Milei appears in public to deliver a speech urging defence of San Martín’s ideals against those who "attack our ideas and values, making us believe that sin and robbery are justified."
Massive online surveillance is deterring the right to protest in Argentina, says Amnesty International NGO in latest report.
Businessman Martín Varsavsky, a member of the Silicon Valley elite, caused a stir this week in the 'Financial Times' by declaring that "we're already in World War III." Working from that premise, the entrepreneur says that "it makes sense to have a refuge" and reveals details of Wamani, his retreat in the Mendoza foothills. But the site’s corporate paperwork conceals a geopolitical paradox.
Argentina’s Ambassador to the OAS Carlos Cherniak says need for debate on Nicaragua is urgent as Daniel Ortega’s government moves to bar opponents from running for office.
Billionaire shale pioneer Harold Hamm’s Continental Resources signs agreements to buy half of Argentine shale oil firm Phoenix Global Resources, owned by Mercuria Energy Group.
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Only 50% of schoolkids in Argentina reach sixth grade with ‘satisfactory knowledge of language and maths,’ finds NGO report, but 94 in 100 pupils reached sixth grade without dropping out or repeating a year.
President Javier Milei’s government seeks to boost credit and economic activity by easing longstanding restrictions on dollar lending.
Brother of Fidel Castro, facing indictment in United States, last appeared in public at a May 1 event in front of the US Embassy in Havana, where he appeared frail, and was shown on state television at events in June.
Trump envoy Peter Lamelas says Chinese involvement in strategic sectors “will not help attract foreign investors” to Argentina’s shale oil and gas hub.
Economy Minister Luis Caputo announces companies without earnings in dollars will now be able to borrow greenbacks.
Consumer prices rose 2.1% in July, lifting annualised inflation figure to 33.8%; July figure slight acceleration on 1.9% recorded previous month.
Magnitude 7.4 quake, the strongest to hit Colombia this century, has killed 265 people and injured more than 3,500, with almost 500 still missing, according to local authorities.
Representatives from La Libertad Avanza and PRO meet at Casa Rosada in bid to re-open lines of dialogue and coordinate congressional efforts; Light warming of relations comes months after ex-president and current leader spoke.
Hundreds of protesters gather in Buenos Aires to demand government restore funding for science and technology; Protesters say research system has deteriorated since President Milei took office.
Ulises Jaitt files motion through his lawyers seeking a review of the investigation into his late sister’s death, which was shelved in 2024. He questions activities at crime scene and alleges inconsistencies in evidence.
Cristian 'Cuti' Romero is Atlético Madrid’s latest signing, will cost around 40 million euros; Defender is set to leave English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur to join Diego Simeone’s side.
Economy minister claims nation must be “rebuilt” after quarter-century of devastation; Flags arrival of new investment, talks up President Milei’s potential re-election during speech at Córdoba Stock Exchange.
Volunteers and rescuers search for survivors in Pereira, one of the cities hardest hit by the powerful earthquake in Colombia that has left at least 240 dead.
Milei administration starting to shift its focus from solely crushing inflation to a more balanced approach.
Non-resident foreigners will have to pay for non-urgent care at federal hospitals or show proof of health insurance; Government says the measure targets “medical tourism.”
