UNITED NATIONS Grossi moves into second place in UN secretary-general race 07-10-2026 19:19 Argentine diplomat finished second for the first time in a straw poll; Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan retains her lead despite weaker showing.
GUEST COLUMN Milei said in public what the UN walkout crowd says in private 29-09-2026 11:27 Javier Milei told the UN General Assembly that an uncomfortable truth beats a comfortable lie. The walkout Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced the next day proved his point.
Malvinas oil row Milei to seek UN arbitration over Malvinas oil project 28-09-2026 19:32 President Milei orders arbitration proceedings under UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, gives the UK two weeks to halt the 'Sea Lion' project in the North Falkland Basin.
EDITORIAL UN = Unbridled Nationalism? 26-09-2026 00:57 For all his unambiguous alignment with Trump and Israel, it is hard not to conclude that Milei fell in line with Argentina’s UN tradition of addressing domestic rather than global audiences.
BEYOND THE HEADLINES A world of difference 26-09-2026 00:29 Argentina joined the United Nations as one of the 51 founding members on its very first day – October 24, 1945 – but neither Juan Domingo Perón nor his military replacements could be bothered to take time off for the annual regular session of its General Assembly.... by Michael Soltys
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Malvinas tops agenda as Milei plans New York trip for UN speech 16-09-2026 18:18 After ramping up the rhetoric on the Malvinas sovereignty dispute, President Javier Milei is preparing to travel to the United States seeking a lift in his political fortunes. He will attend the UN General Assembly, but his schedule remains mostly unknown. by Pablo Varela
POLITICS Can international campaign get Cristina back on the ballot? 13-09-2026 00:56 Kirchnerism is pursuing an international campaign to overturn Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's ban on running for office, while keeping rivals within Peronism at bay. by Nicolás Gonzalez
RACE TO BE UN SECRETARY-GENERAL Grossi remains in the running for top UN post after second straw poll 22-08-2026 11:30 Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett leads second straw poll in race to succeed António Guterres as head of the United Nations; Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica came second, Argentina's Rafael Grossi retains support.
PRESIDENT ON BIRTHRATE Milei says legal abortion ‘madness’ is ‘costing Argentina dearly’ 21-08-2026 12:44 President links Argentina’s falling birth rate to the feminist movement and the legalisation of abortion.
Cristina & the courts Fernández de Kirchner takes graft conviction to UN Rights Committee 29-07-2026 18:27 Convicted ex-president takes case to UN rights body; CFK claims corruption trial was politically motivated and seeks international scrutiny of Judiciary.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY-GENERAL A woman in charge of the UN? Candidates feel it's about time 09-06-2026 21:03 Female challengers to be the next UN secretary-general outline why they think a woman should be next to lead the multilateral organisation.
HEALTH & DIPLOMACY World Health Organization members note Argentina's withdrawal letter 23-05-2026 09:49 World Health Organization’s member states acknowledge Argentina’s notification of withdrawal from UN agency, say will welcome continued cooperation from Buenos Aires.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY-GENERAL 'Save humanity': A look at the four figures battling it out to lead the United Nations 20-04-2026 06:51 Argentina's Rafael Grossi, Chile's Michelle Bachelet, Costa Rican Rebeca Grynspan and Senegal's Macky Sall will each face grillings by 193 member states and NGOs this week as the race to become UN secretary-general heats up.
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION Rafael Grossi named one of world’s 100 most influential figures by Time magazine 15-04-2026 17:25 IAEA chief recognised for crisis diplomacy as he warns Iran oversight is vital; Argentine diplomat receives award days before key hearings get underway, race to be UN secretary-general heats up.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY GENERAL Argentine diplomat Virginia Gamba removed from UN secretary-general race 26-03-2026 17:48 Argentine diplomat Virginia Gamba removed from list of candidates for UN secretary-general after Maldives withdraws backing for her candidacy; Boost for fellow Argentine Rafael Grossi; Days ago, Chile pulled support for ex-president Michelle Bachelet’s candidacy.
MULTILATERALISM Argentina votes against UN resolution on transatlantic slave trade 25-03-2026 15:52 UN General Assembly designates transatlantic African slave trade as "the gravest crime against humanity" in majority vote, but Argentina, Israel and United States vote against.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY GENERAL New Chile President Kast withdraws support for Bachelet's UN chief bid 24-03-2026 20:41 New hard-right President Jose Antonio Kast says promoting Michelle Bachelet's candidacy would entail "a significant cost" for Chile and pulls backing.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY GENERAL Another Argentine diplomat, Virginia Gamba, enters race to be UN chief 13-03-2026 17:35 Veteran diplomat Virginia Gamba enters race to succeed António Guterres as next UN secretary general; She joins fellow Argentine Rafael Grossi and Chile ex-president Michelle Bachelet in the running
MULTILATERALISM UN committee questions Argentina over cuts to gender policies 11-02-2026 08:18 United Nations’ Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) voices concern over closure of Women, Gender & Diversity Ministry and deep budget cuts to gender-based policies.
DIPLOMACY Grossi defends multilateralism, says UN 'has to show up' in conflict-hit zones 02-02-2026 18:29 The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency and United Nations Secretary General candidate called for the strengthening of multilateral institutions in the face of a world marked by wars and fragmentation.
multilateralism & geopolitics Trump unveils 'Board of Peace', talks up 'New Gaza' plans at Davos 22-01-2026 17:55 Trump launches new 'Board of Peace' despite discord from allies; Argentina's Javier Milei, Russia's Vladimir Putin and Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko among leaders invited to join; France and Britain have expressed scepticism.
GEOPOLITICS & DIPLOMACY Only Trump superfans come onboard for ‘Board of Peace’ signing in Davos 22-01-2026 16:08 The list of invitations for Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace' inauguration ceremony was long but the more notable list was the excuses made to avoid the event altogether.
INTERVIEW Susana Malcorra: ‘The United States is no longer the beacon of democracy’ 18-01-2026 00:01 Argentina’s former foreign minister on why she believes a woman should next head the United Nations, the increasing use of force as a prevailing method in geopolitics and a world in transition marked by the dispute between the United States and China.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Rafael Grossi: ‘The UN is moving into irrelevance, but it need not be so’ 10-01-2026 06:59 Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is one of the leading candidates to succeed United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. In an exclusive interview, the Argentine diplomat discusses the UN’s top job, his vision for it and career to date. by James Grainger
DIPLOMACY & MULTILATERALISM Latin America split at UN over US military action in Venezuela 06-01-2026 17:59 Security Council meeting exposes sharp regional divisions after Maduro’s capture and transfer to New York; Some governments defend sovereignty while others back Washington’s move against Maduro.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY-GENERAL Grossi lays out bold reformist vision for troubled UN 24-12-2025 00:55 Experienced diplomat Rafael Grossi calls for reshaping of global body; Argentina’s government, CARI foreign policy think tank throw backing behind his candidacy for top job; “We need a secretary-general who puts on their boots and goes where the problem is,” says IAEA chief. by James Grainger
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei: From rockstar to beggar 27-09-2025 06:05 Milei has gone from international political rockstar to beggar in less than two years, following a similar trajectory to Mauricio Macri – only that the latter got bailed out after winning the midterm elections. by Agustino Fontevecchia
UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY Milei slams 'overreach,' calls for UN reform in General Assembly speech 24-09-2025 13:33 Head of state calls for major UN reform and heaps praise on Donald Trump in speech to general assembly; President also reiterates claims to Malvinas Islands, demands release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Argentina will not put up candidate for UN rights council 03-09-2025 12:09 Government will not put up candidate for election to United Nations Human Rights Council; Decision follows announcement that Argentina will withdraw from World Health Organisation.
HUMAN RIGHTS United Nations rights council criticises Milei pressure on Judiciary 15-07-2025 15:43 International rights watchdog calls for clarification on measures that could undermine the autonomy of the courts. Executive has yet to respond and present its defence.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Argentina condemns Iran's 'threats' against IAEA chief Grossi 29-06-2025 11:07 Argentina's Foreign Ministry expresses support for UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi, stating it "categorically condemns the threats against him coming from Iran."
WAR IN THE MIDDLE EAST Argentina raises security threat level amid Iran conflict 24-06-2025 10:14 Security was officially stepped up last Saturday following US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Argentine embassies across the Middle East are now on ‘high’ alert. by Walter Curia
MULTILATERALISM United Nations slams 'pushback' against diversity 16-06-2025 15:32 Argentine and US government officials "have made statements vilifying transgender and non-binary people, while restricting their rights," says UN rights chief Volker Türk.
MULTILATERALISM UN atomic boss achieves gender parity – just don’t call it DEI 11-06-2025 17:52 Argentine diplomat Rafael Mariano Grossi, a top candidate to become the next United Nations secretary general, has achieved gender parity at the International Atomic Energy Agency in record time.
FUTURE OF UNITED NATIONS Four Latin Americans who could become the UN’s next leader 10-04-2025 15:57 Latin American and Caribbean nations will seek to unite behind a single candidate in the contest to lead the United Nations, a move that see the first-ever female secretary-general.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Argentina shifts stance on Ukraine in United Nations vote 24-02-2025 18:21 Echoing US President Donald Trump's new position on conflict, President Javier Milei's government shifts its stance on Ukraine and Russia, refusing to condemn Moscow’s aggression in UN vote.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Chronicle of an announced withdrawal 11-02-2025 10:44 Milei government anticipates its departure from the United Nations Human Rights Council, opting not to seek re-election for current mandate — an indirect way of accelerating its retreat. The move would reflect the new policy of alignment with Washington. by Juan Gasparini
MULTILATERALISM Milei pulls Argentina out of World Health Organization 05-02-2025 12:01 Argentina will pull out of the World Health Organization, Presidential spokesperson Manuel Adorni confirms, following in the footsteps of the United States.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Argentina votes against UN resolution on women and girls 15-11-2024 12:03 Argentina the only country to vote against a UN draft resolution calling for prevention and elimination of digital violence against women and girls.
ENVIRONMENT Argentina considering Paris climate pact exit, reports NYT 15-11-2024 10:07 Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein says Argentina is “re-evaluating our strategy on all matters related to climate change."
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei pulls Argentina’s delegation from COP29 climate conference 14-11-2024 00:25 Government orders Argentina’s representatives to walk out of ongoing global climate conference, in order not to endorse UN’s Agenda 2030, which has been criticised by President Milei.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Argentina refuses to back UN draft resolution on indigenous rights 12-11-2024 10:45 Argentina the only country out of 169 to vote against a United Nations draft resolution on rights of indigenous peoples.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Argentina to withdraw military officers from UN’s South Lebanon mission 06-11-2024 13:40 Decision, which became known during departure of ex-foreign minister Diana Mondino, underlines President Javier Milei’s alignment with the Israeli government.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Milei to 'audit' Argentina's Foreign Ministry after Cuba embargo vote 31-10-2024 14:12 Day after sacking of Foreign Minister Diana Mondino, Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni says "President Milei's position is clear" and that all staff unhappy with Argentina's new direction are free to "withdraw from the government."
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS Milei sacks foreign minister after Cuba embargo vote 30-10-2024 18:11 President Javier Milei sacks Foreign Minister Diana Mondino for backing a UN vote condemning the United States' six-decade trade embargo of Cuba.