News of buenos aires

DIPLOMATIC INCIDENT

Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft

Yesterday 14:46 Newspaper reports allege 76-year-old diplomat tried to steal a 590-peso book on the famous 18th century playboy Casanova from the El Ateneo bookshop in Buenos Aires.

RALLY FOR PRESIDENT

Macri delivers farewell address to supporters at Casa Rosada

Yesterday 13:59 Outgoing leader calls the last four years an era of "transformations" and promises his successor a "constructive opposition."

BLOOMBERG

Blow for Fernández as crop windfall slips away

Yesterday 13:42 President-elect needs all the help he can get to pull the country out of recession and make good on bond payments. But he faces a speed bump from the crop industry.

Transition of Power

Fences removed from Plaza de Mayo ahead of Fernández's inauguration

Yesterday 13:35 After years of debate around the barriers near the Casa Rosada, city workers removed them overnight Sunday ahead of Peronist leader's swearing-in.

Healthcare

Protests from medical residents in Buenos Aires force annulment of law

Yesterday 07:00 After five day of protests against what some branded a “regressive” law to regulate working conditions, residents get buy-in from City lawmakers to create new legislation together.

by Carly Graf

DEBT TALKS

Buenos Aires Province may be first test for debt talks

07-12-2019 10:37 Region owes investors US$571 million in January – and it’s unlikely to be able to come up with the cash.

THEATRE

Capital's dazzling theatre scene thrives as it resists economic crisis

06-12-2019 10:30 Performers, producers, and theatre-owners overcome economic obstacles and lean on a history of resistance in Buenos Aires' world-class theatre scene.

LEGENDARY AUTHOR

Controversy arises after Fernández promises new Borges museum

05-12-2019 22:45 President-elect's packed, pre-inaugural agenda sparked a moment of controversy this week after a Wednesday meeting with businessman and writer Alejandro Roemmers.

Bloomberg

Argentina bears fear more pain as Fernández de Kirchner returns

05-12-2019 07:05 The mood in Manhattan couldn’t be much gloomier toward Argentina just days before President-elect Alberto Fernandez takes office.

Murder in Colón

Body of architect and LGBTQ activist found dead in brutal stabbing

03-12-2019 19:12 An 18-year-old has been taken into custody as a suspect in the death of Pablo Fullana Borsato, who was stabbed approximately 70 times, according to reports. Following killing, activists call for wider probe into hate crimes.

COCAINE RING

Hearings open in case of Russian cocaine ring in Argentina

29-11-2019 20:43 Preliminary hearing begins in Moscow regarding a case of an international drug smuggling ring which was uncovered in a joint sting operation by Argentine and Russian authorities in Buenos Aires.

TRANSITION 2019

Bullrich hails US cooperation as she begins to bid farewell to Security Ministry

29-11-2019 20:23 The outgoing Security Minister Patricia Bullrich hosted a ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate cooperation with the US, to the surprise and criticism of some current and former government officials.

by Luciana Bertoia

Buenos Aires Province

Two young girls killed, scores more injured in bus accident on Ruta 2

28-11-2019 10:33 Accident happened as the bus, carrying students aged 11 to 12 on a field trip, negotiated a curve near Lezama, Buenos Aires Province, around 6am local time. Two young girls, aged 12, confirmed as fatalities.

RECORD CREDIT-LINE

Macri administration has used 83% of IMF loan to pay off external debt, data shows

25-11-2019 17:21 Data from Treasury says 83% went towards paying off debt accrued during the first three years of his presidency, with remainder used to service payments on national debt and fuel imports.

COPA LIBERTADORES

Late goals condemn River to defeat in dramatic Copa Libertadores final

23-11-2019 20:02 Brazil’s Flamengo break Millo hearts, after Brazilian forward Gabriel Barbosa scores two late goals to win the Copa Libertadores in dramatic fashion.

Transition of Power

Macri to let Fernández decide where presidential inauguration takes place

20-11-2019 13:40 Sources close to Mauricio Macri say they’ll comply with whatever the president-elect decides. It’s looking almost certain the handover will take place in Congress.

Subway Strike

Subte drivers announce strike for Wednesday

19-11-2019 16:02 After the revelation that asbestos is in carriages on underground metro's B-line, workers unveil plans to stop service at varying times throughout the day on Wednesday.

Annual celebration

True gaucho tradition celebrated in San Antonio de Areco

16-11-2019 10:36 Dia de la Tradición brings out the crowds as locals celebrate the country’s traditional economic and cultural bedrock.

by Carly Graf

HUMAN RIGHTS

Supreme Court confirms Etchecolatz will serve out sentence in jail

14-11-2019 13:18 Nation's highest court dismisses request filed by ex-police chief convicted of crimes against humanity requesting home arrest. Chief Justice Carlos Rosenkrantz dissents from colleagues on decision.

bloomberg

Argentine bonds sink to 36 cents as Fernández stays mum

13-11-2019 17:43 Investors are seeking definition and signs Argentina will do everything to avoid default. But president-elect Alberto Fernández still hasn't detailed his plans.

CONSTRUCTION

Techint suspends on work on nuclear reactor due to 'late payment'

13-11-2019 16:47 Officials from firm briefs workers that shutdown is a result of late payments from the national government. At least 270 workers placed on suspension by company.

Bolivia Election Crisis

Thousands march in Buenos Aires to support Evo Morales

12-11-2019 15:21 Evo Morales' resignation triggered widespread support in many neighbouring countries, including thousands who turned out in downtown Buenos Aires to show support.

BLOOMBERG

Argentina’s new foreign policy: Who's advising Alberto Fernández

11-11-2019 14:47 Meet the three key players influencing the president-elect’s foreign policy.

ANIMAL RIGHTS

Sandra the orangutan settles into new home in Florida

07-11-2019 17:00 Sandra, a resident of the Buenos Aires City Zoo for 25 years, left for the United States in late September. She was in quarantine for a month at the Sedgwick County Zoo in Kansas before arriving in Florida.

RELATIONS WITH WASHINGTON

Alberto Fernández planning US trip to visit Trump, oil majors

04-11-2019 15:20 Spokespeople for the Frente de Todos leader confirm president-elect intends to visit the US after his assumption on December 10, for a trip that would include a meeting with Donald Trump and a stop in Houston, Texas.

BOOK FAIR

Antique book fair restores romance to the printed word

01-11-2019 19:03 From first editions to six-century old texts, the Association of the Antique Librarians of Argentina brings an astounding exhibition of vintage literature and more to the city.

WASHINGTON CALLING

Trump phones Fernández: 'Your victory has been talked of around the world'

01-11-2019 18:11 After five days of silence, the United States president congratulates his new Argentine counterpart. The IMF deal and future cooperation were discussed. “We need to do things together,” Fernandez tells Trump.

STRIKE ACTION

Transport chaos: Five-hour train strike leaves 500,000 stranded

01-11-2019 09:16 All overground train lines – Mitre, San Martín, Sarmiento, Roca, Belgrano Sur, Tren de la Costa and long distance lines – shut down from 4am to 9am this Friday morning as union members hold assemblies.

DEMONSTRATION

Protesters march against IMF in downtown Buenos Aires

31-10-2019 19:44 First social protest since the election of Alberto Fernandez sees hundreds march through downtown Buenos Aires.

la noche de los museos

City's museums and cultural centres open doors for La Noche de los Museos

31-10-2019 18:38 Free access to museums and cultural centres this Saturday night in Buenos Aires for the 16th annual Noche de los Museos event.

BLOOMBERG

Ex-BNP Paribas banker is potential bridge between Argentina, creditors

31-10-2019 15:13 Bondholders turn to Marcelo Delmar, the former head of Latin American debt capital markets at BNP Paribas SA, for guidance as they gear up for restructuring talks with President-elect Alberto Fernández’s government.

BUENOS AIRES PROVINCE

Kicilloff asks Vidal to rollback rate increases, as two talk transition

31-10-2019 13:42 Governor-elect of nation's most-populous province met with outgoing governor María Eugenia Vidal in La Plata on Thursday, as talks begin over changeover.

Election 2019

Fernández de Kirchner calls on Macri to 'take necessary measures'

28-10-2019 01:16 Newly elected vice-president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner calls upon President Macri to fulfill his duties until his final day in office and to pave the way for a smooth transfer unto the hands of President-elect Alberto Fernández.

Election 2019

Horacio Rodriguez Larreta wins re-election as Buenos Aires City mayor

27-10-2019 21:57 Juntos por el Cambio incumbent will serve another four years, despite difficulties for party's flagship candidates, President Mauricio Macri and Governor María Eugenia Vidal.

ELECTION 2019

What to watch in Argentina’s general election (bar the presidential race)

26-10-2019 09:21 Apart from Argentina’s next president and half the Chamber of Deputies (130 seats), what else is at stake in tomorrow’s elections?

POVERTY

Streets of Buenos Aires the last refuge of those hit hardest by crisis

25-10-2019 15:24 Homelessness has increased markedly during Argentina's worst economic crisis since 2001 and the capital's growing population of street-dwellers are finding it increasingly difficult to get by.

VENEZUELANS IN ARGENTINA

Venezuelans in Argentina flee one crisis and now fear another

25-10-2019 09:37 Venezuelan who emigrated to Argentina fears that a victory by Peronist leader Alberto Fernández this weekend would deliver a crisis like the one back home.

ELECTIONS 2019

'I'm not going anywhere,' declares Vidal in closing rally

24-10-2019 20:38 Buenos Aires Province Governor María Eugenia Vidal holds final rally of her re-election campaign, with just days to go before Sunday's elections.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

British Embassy pays tribute to late journalist Andrew Graham-Yooll

24-10-2019 18:40 Ambassador Mark Kent leads tributes to late journalist, editor and author, with remembrance from former Buenos Aires Herald editor Robert Cox and cousin John Hunter, and a musical tribute.

by Michael Soltys

BLOOMBERG

Amazon gets government's nod for data centre in ‘Tango’ trade zone

24-10-2019 16:36 The project will cost an estimated US$800 million and generate US$400 million in economic activity, document reveals. Company has until October 31 to present the land deed and then has 360 days to start construction.

Election 2019

Kicillof, CFK vow to 'transform Buenos Aires Province' in closing rally

24-10-2019 08:00 Frente del Todos gubernatorial candidate, tipped to defeat María Eugenia Vidal comfortably this weekend, ends campaign with a rousing event flanked by his former boss and vice-presidential hopeful, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner.

Argentina

Buenos Aires sues Madrid’s Metro for 14 million euros over asbestos

23-10-2019 16:22 The sale of asbestos-ridden train cars has been connected to pulmonary illnesses in at least 11 people who work on the Buenos Aires City subway system.

REPORTS

Mauricio Macri's brother suffers 'minor injuries' during break-in at home

23-10-2019 12:09 Seven arrested after burglary at home of Mariano Macri at the gated community of La Comarca, in General Pacheco, near Tigre.

Election 2019

Roberto Lavagna victim of 'security service operations,' says campaign chief

22-10-2019 16:49 As the race comes to a close, the Consenso Federal hopeful's team also tells voters he won’t hold any political position in a government if another candidate wins Sunday's vote.

Argentina

Violence erupts outside of Chilean consulate in Buenos Aires, journalists attacked

22-10-2019 12:50 At least six people detained for infiltrating peaceful march with molotov cocktails.

Argentina

Ministers allege unrest in Latin America part of 'destabilisation' plot

22-10-2019 09:32 With regional nations gripped by violent protests, Miguel Ángel Pichetto, Jorge Faurie and Patricia Bullrich claim Venezuela and Cuba are behind the demonstrations.

ELECTION 2019

Macri’s longest and largest march – but will it be enough?

20-10-2019 00:42 One week before voters go to the ballot boxes, president tries to appeal to voters’ anger, frustration and dreams all at once.

by Carly Graf

Economy

How can Argentina achieve sustainable economic growth?

18-10-2019 23:09 Ambassadors from four Nordic countries — Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden — gathered with business executives and government officials Friday to discuss how Argentina can achieve the lofty goals set by the United Nations on sustainable development.

Women's Rights

Buenos Aires confirmed as host of 2020 Women Economic Forum

17-10-2019 08:00 The annual gathering of over 1,000 people to discuss women's economic opportunity and empowerment will take place in Argentina's capital next year.

BLOOMBERG

MercadoLibre plans to double down on its Brazilian bet next year

16-10-2019 14:33 Latin American e-commerce pioneer, now worth US$28 billion, plans to invest more in its financial services and payments unit while opening more distribution centers in Argentina's giant neighbour.