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Venezuelan interim president announces mass amnesty push

Delcy Rodríguez says said she will propose a "general amnesty law covering the entire period of political violence from 1999 to the present."

Milei denies report linking Argentina to Trump deportee scheme

President denies reports his government in advanced talks to become destination for US deportations; ‘New York Times’ said deal would see Argentina receive deportees of other nationalities who are unable to return to country of origin.

Trump unmasked?

The way Donald Trump has stripped himself bare, warts and all, in this first, tumultuous month of the year defies belief.

Between a Rocca and a hard place

Screaming that a company should go bankrupt because its quotation was 40% higher than an Indian firm’s is wonky politics for a president.

Rocker versus Rocca and a deal with steel appeal

How did an exclusively private tender become such a political football and why should there be much to choose between the tubing of an Argentine multinational flogging Brazilian steel and an Indian competitor hawking Chinese steel?

An unlucky number

The Milei administration would not seem to be superstitious in sending a bill to Congress to lower the age of criminal responsibility

Under the shadow of Artificial Intelligence

Could AI start programming itself in a malevolent way? Can it be coaxed into taking a philanthropic approach to the problems it is asked to solve? How can you make a machine with a 10-figure IQ obey you?

Argentina advises against travel to Cuba due to ‘deteriorating conditions’

“In view of the deterioration in living conditions in Cuba, Argentine citizens are advised to avoid or postpone tourist travel to the island,” says Foreign Ministry.

Milei government declares emergency over Patagonia wildfires

Milei administration declares fire emergency in Chubut, Río Negro, Neuquén and La Pampa via emergency decree; Affected areas declared a disaster zone by authorities.

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Beef prices, new methodology cloud Argentina’s inflation outlook

Push to further curb inflation faces risks in coming months faces risks ; Change in methodology, high beef prices and upcoming increases in utility bills could all impact consumer prices.

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Stories that caught our eye: January 23 to 30

A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

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Nubank gets first green light for US bank, to launch in 2027

Brazilian digital banking giant Nubank receives initial approval to operate as a bank in the US

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United States eases Venezuela sanctions after oil sector reforms

Venezuela adopts reform package that will open up its nationalised oil sector to private investment; Delcy Rodríguez moves to appease the United States and Donald Trump following the toppling of leader Nicolas Maduro.

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Push to lower age of criminal responsibility set for Congress kick-off

President Javier Milei’s government will seek to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 or 14 during extraordinary sessions of Congress, reviving a long-running debate over juvenile crime and punishment.

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Lured by 38% rates, carry-trade investors pile into Milei’s peso

The carry trade – where investors borrow in dollars to buy the local currency – is in play.

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JPMorgan courts Argentina by readily refilling stash of dollars

JPMorgan’s ties to Argentina run deep — just look at Milei’s economic team.

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Milei ally under pressure over alleged overpricing at nuclear plants

Demian Reidel, adviser to President Javier Milei, heads Nucleoeléctrica Argentina, state-owned firm that operates the country’s nuclear power plants; Dispute centres on alleged overpricing for cleaning contract for the Atucha I and II reactors.

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Business chamber says consumption up 2.5% last year

Consumption rose in 2025 compared to the previous year, says Argentine Chamber of Commerce in report, although December spending dropped 1.4% from 2024.

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Overpricing claims, removal of officials poses questions for Milei ally Reidel

Internal complaints and alleged bid-rigging precede removal of two Nucleoeléctrica Argentina executives linked to Milei ally Demian Reidel.

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Rains ease fires in Patagonia, but risk of flare-ups remains

Brief respite from light rainfall earlier this week has improved conditions; Experts say the risk of further flare-ups remain, with at least 45,000 hectares on land now burnt.

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Director Santiago Mitre helms Netflix thriller set during dictatorship

As-yet-untitled film will star Verónica Llinás and Peter Lanzani and is written by Mitre in collaboration with Mariano Llinás, confirms streaming giant.

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Argentina’s global debt hopes get boost from Ecuador’s bond success

Ecuador’s return to global credit markets is being seen as a good portent among investors who are eagerly awaiting Argentina’s comeback.

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River Plate unveil plans to increase stadium capacity to 101,000 spectators

One of Argentina’s biggest clubs announces historic US$100-million stadium expansion plan; River Plate’s new and improved Monumental will have 101,000-capacity and roofing; Project to take three years, work could begin in April or May.

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Governor cries foul as Milei puts Ushuaia port under trusteeship

Tierra del Fuego Governor Gustavo Melella links move to “geopolitical factors”; Operating licence suspended and port placed under trusteeship for year as federal agency cites mismanagement at country’s southernmost port.

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What’s in Milei's bill to lower the age of criminal responsibility?

Argentina’s government wants to transform the country's specialised penal regime for minors. Here's how.

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Catholic Church rejects Milei bill to lower age of criminal responsibility

Ecclesiastical authorities issue statement criticising bid to amend youth criminal regime; Church demands "profound changes" from government, decries lack of consultation with experts.

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Argentina to submit sign-up to Trump’s Board of Peace to Congress for approval

Javier Milei’s government wants lawmakers to deal with matter during extraordinary sessions this February; Argentina signed up as founding member of US President Donald Trump’s new body at Davos last week.

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On lowering the age of criminal responsibility – is Argentina legislating in a mood of violent emotion?

Is the Milei government's bill "political opportunism," a distraction or the handing down of real consequences to those who commit crime?

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‘Davos of Latin America’ tests Lula’s regional clout

First gathering of regional heads of state since the United States captured Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, sparking outrage from Lula but praise from other leaders.

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No pills for leaders

Wouldn't it be appropriate to require a deep psychometric test for anyone running for elected office and/or elected to a position of greater responsibility?

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Milei eyes labour reform as extraordinary sessions of Congress kick off

Also up for discussion will be bills linked to the Juvenile Penal Code, amending régime for glacier preservation and free-trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union.

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China courts Uruguay as Argentina’s Milei embraces Trump

Uruguay and China signed more than dozen agreements in areas such as investment, trade, and scientific cooperation following Beijing meeting between Yamandú Orsi and Xi Jinping.

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Credit Suisse Nazi probe reveals fresh SS ties, senator says

Investigation into ties between Credit Suisse and Nazi Germany has so far revealed hundreds of accounts with potential links to Nazi-era officials and industrialists.

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Early moves to Europe complicate renewal of Argentina's World Cup winning national team

Argentina’s footballers are moving to Europe at ever younger ages – a risky gamble that is complicating renewal of the national side.

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Milei first in line as Argentina launches updated ID card, passport

Newly redesigned documents incorporate a polycarbonate safety chip to prevent forgeries; President Javier Milei first to register for new electronic DNI identification document.

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Peru agrees to extradite to Argentina main suspect in triple homicide case

Peruvian government greenlights transfer of Tony 'Pequeño J' Janzen Valverde Victoriano, who will face trial in Argentina for the brutal murder of three young girls in Greater Buenos Aires last September.

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Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s lawyers seek annulment of 'Cuadernos' graft mega-trial

Defence lawyers representing former president request the annulment of the so-called ‘Cuadernos’ corruption mega-trial.

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Report: Argentina bought US$808 million from US to pay IMF

Argentina buys US$808 million in special drawing rights from the US Treasury to tackle payments at the International Monetary Fund.

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Argentina not looking to tap global debt market, Caputo says

Argentina doesn’t plan to sell bonds in global debt markets, says Economy Minister Luis Caputo.

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Argentina shelves inflation revamp after statistics chief quits

President Milei’s government says it’s holding off on using new methodology to measure inflation, just hours after Argentina’s chief statistician resigned from his post.

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Head of INDEC national statistics bureau resigns post

Economist Marco Lavagna steps down from his role after more than six years at the helm, just days after the implementation of a methodology to manage inflation and unrest at bureau over pay freeze.

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Fires in Patagonia: Flames continue to spread, 50,000 hectares destroyed

Active blazes in Chubut, Río Negro, Neuquén and Santa Cruz; More than 500 firefighters are battling fires exacerbated by strong winds and high temperatures.

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World Health Organisation is being forced to cut jobs after US and Argentina pull funding

Argentina has announced its intention to withdraw from the World Health Organisation, with the exit expected to take effect in February.

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Chile officially backs Michelle Bachelet candidacy for UN top job

Former Chile president officially enters race to become next United Nations secretary-general with backing of Brazil and Mexico.

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Bond buyers scour Americas to bet on nations close to Trump

Money managers at top firms are favouring government bonds from nations such as Ecuador and Argentina, whose leaders have forged close ties with the US administration.

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Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso clinch Grammy, capping off 'Papota' success

Argentine musicians Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso win Grammy for Best Latin Alternative Album for 'Papota.'

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Milei plans another US trip to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort

Caution prevails at the Casa Rosada, but President Javier Milei’s name has surfaced as a potential guest at the Hispanic Prosperity Gala 2026 on February 10 in Palm Beach, Florida, at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort.