CATHOLIC CHURCH Leo XIV, first American pope, transcends his restrained style Yesterday 07:52 Pope Leo XIV has gradually imprinted his style on the leadership of the Catholic Church, finding his voice as he takes on some of the world's most pressing issues.
MILITARY & DEFENCE Milei revives strategic naval base at ‘the end of the world’ 12-09-2026 10:21 President revives plans for strategic Ushuaia base as Argentina hardens its stance on British oil exploration and Antarctica region attracts growing interest from Washington and Beijing.
MALVINAS SOVEREIGNTY DISPUTE Trump says he could settle UK-Argentina dispute over Malvinas 12-09-2026 09:11 “I’m sure I’ll be called into that potential disaster,” Trump says in reference to dispute between Argentina and UK over the Malvinas.
MILEI'S MALVINAS SPEECH UK asserts 'unshakeable commitment to Falklands' after Milei's speech 04-09-2026 10:42 "The Falklands are British because Falkland Islanders choose to be British," declares UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting.
MALVINAS SOVEREIGNTY DISPUTE Milei announces tougher Malvinas sanctions on firms, new naval base 03-09-2026 22:35 President announces he will toughen sanctions against companies operating in waters near Malvinas and the construction of a new naval base in Tierra del Fuego as he seeks to capitalise on Trump’s remarks over sovereignty.
MALVINAS SOVEREIGNTY CLAIM Milei to make nationwide broadcast after Trump's Malvinas remark 01-09-2026 14:14 President Javier Milei plans to deliver a ‘Cadena Nacional’ nationwide broadcast on Thursday; He will reportedly outline details of the “diplomatic progress” his government has made over Argentina’s sovereignty claim over the Malvinas Islands.
MALVINAS SOVEREIGNTY CLAIM Trump says US reviewing Washington's position on Malvinas Islands 31-08-2026 21:39 Donald Trump suggests Washington is reviewing its position on Malvinas; Comment tied to reports US is seeking increase in Britain's defence spending.
BILATERAL TRADE DEAL Trump administration urges Milei to advance US-Argentina trade deal 31-08-2026 17:10 Washington wants Argentina to move ahead with parliamentary ratification as trade between two nations soars.
IN FOCUS Peter Thiel becomes anti-Milei rallying cry for Argentina’s left 28-08-2026 15:11 In Argentina, Peter Thiel has become an avatar for the left’s charge that President Javier Milei is putting the country up for sale.
FOREIGN RELATIONS OAS to hold urgent meeting on Nicaragua plan to ban opposition 19-08-2026 15:48 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.
SOCIETY Wamani: Martín Varsavsky's Mendoza refuge for a hypothetical war 17-08-2026 16:33 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. by Nicolás Gonzalez
Foreign policy Milei signs up Argentina to Trump’s anti-abortion international alliance 16-08-2026 11:03 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. by Giselle Leclercq
AS I SEE IT Life in the age of empathy 15-08-2026 07:43 The ongoing drive to subordinate just about everything else to empathy has already had far-reaching geopolitical consequences. by James Neilson
BEYOND THE HEADLINES And if the divided rule? 15-08-2026 06:15 Should the wheels come off for Trump, this would be another question-mark over Milei’s re-election chances. by Michael Soltys
GEOPOLITICAL ROW US ambassador warns Argentina over Chinese firms in Vaca Muerta 13-08-2026 17:10 Trump envoy Peter Lamelas says Chinese involvement in strategic sectors “will not help attract foreign investors” to Argentina’s shale oil and gas hub.
BEEF EXPORTS USDA says Argentine beef that missed inspection is recalled 12-08-2026 11:10 Nearly 30,000 pounds of Argentine beef that wasn’t fully inspected before being distributed in Texas and Florida are being recalled.
ENERGY & GAS China alleges US meddling as Huawei courts Vaca Muerta 07-08-2026 15:11 US officials threaten to deny or revoke US visas for directors of power distributor CALF in Neuquén Province if they went ahead with Huawei deal.
FOREIGN RELATIONS Brazil hits new diplomatic lows with United States and Argentina 05-08-2026 18:50 Two months before Brazil's election, diplomatic tensions are flaring between President Lula's administration and Argentina and the United States.
CARS & AUTOMOBILES Chinese EVs are everywhere in Argentina despite Milei’s MAGA ties 03-08-2026 06:44 Brightly lit BYD dealerships are popping up nationwide as part of a broader wave of new showrooms emblazoned with names like BAIC, MG and Chery.
FOOTBALL & POLITICS AFA says US authorities did not detain Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia 23-07-2026 02:14 AFA denies reports Tapia was questioned by FBI in US; Football association says reports its president and senior officials were detained or summoned by US authorities are "absolutely false."
Foreign relations Rubio: US wants to globalise fight against far-left 'terrorism' 17-07-2026 11:11 Argentina among nations represented at meeting on "The Resurgence of Political Terrorism" hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
DIPLOMACY Milei star guest at US Embassy’s 250th independence day celebration 03-07-2026 16:41 Javier Milei first sitting Argentine president to attend US Embassy’s annual party in Buenos Aires; Ambassador Peter Lamelas hails relationship between two nations as United States marks 250 years of US independence. by James Grainger
DIPLOMACY Ambassador Lamelas: ‘US stands shoulder to shoulder with Argentina’ 02-07-2026 13:42 US Ambassador to Argentina Peter Lamelas proclaims support for President Javier Milei and explains his own "America Dream" in a speech marking 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
BEEF EXPORTS Argentina’s beef export boom to US leaves locals paying more for steak 30-06-2026 10:50 Argentina’s exports to the United States are expanding fast past premium steaks to lower-quality cuts. That's great for exporters, but worse for locals, who see prices becoming less affordable.
TRAGEDY IN VENEZUELA Death toll from double earthquake strike in Venezuela rises to 188 25-06-2026 18:18 Venezuela mounts desperate search for survivors after twin quakes kill at least 188 and injure hundreds; Offers of rescue support, aid and condolences pour in.
ECONOMY & POLITICS Argentina confirms awarding of concession for strategic Paraná-Paraguay waterway 19-06-2026 13:56 Government confirms consortium of Belgian company Jan De Nul and local firm Servimagnus will be granted a 25-year concession to dredge and maintain Paraguay-Paraná waterway.
ARGENTINA @ WORLD CUP 2026 Fans deploy 'asado' to challenge Kansas City's BBQ crown 15-06-2026 20:16 Argentina begin their World Cup defence in Kansas City, the self-styled global barbecue capital, but their fans insist they're already king of the grill.
CHINA & ARGENTINA On Argentina’s side of the Andes, Beijing builds a city for 5,000 miners 11-06-2026 18:54 Lundin Mining-BHP copper mining project in San Juan Province is moving ahead with unprecedented infrastructure work, but the construction of a modular complex in the Andes for thousands of workers has put national industries on alert. by Eugenia Muzio
GEOPOLITICS & THE AMERICAS US-China rivalry is laid bare by a contract to deepen an Argentine river 07-06-2026 10:26 A government tender in Argentina underscored tensions between Washington and Beijing in Latin America as President Javier Milei’s administration awarded a 25-year contract to upgrade a key trade artery to a venture with a history of ties to China.
Economy & Agriculture Argentina pre-awards concession for strategic Paraná-Paraguay waterway 05-06-2026 10:34 Government awards concession for dredging and buoy maintenance on the Hidrovía Paraná-Paraguay waterway to consortium comprising Belgian company Jan De Nul and local firm Servimagnus.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Jan de Nul wins contract to dig Argentina’s US$10-billion waterway 05-06-2026 10:25 Belgian dredger Jan de Nul NV and local partner Servimagnus SA win 25-year contract to upgrade Argentina's chief trade route in a concession overshadowed by accusations of Chinese influence.
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.
EDITORIAL Political waters 23-05-2026 05:47 The gratuitous political contamination of what should be a purely technical issue may bring needless complications.
defence & military Argentina’s Navy signs agreement with US to boost South Atlantic vigilance 20-05-2026 17:07 Letter of intent signed this month aims at developing local capacities to patrol and control maritime spaces with a focus on illegal fishing.
Dredging bid row KKR consortium warns White House of ‘bias’ in US$10bn Argentina auction 19-05-2026 21:30 A consortium of dredging companies backed by KKR & Co complains to Trump administration, alleging in unfair conditions in bidding process for pivotal contract in Argentina.
POLITICS Milei attacks press, defends Espert after Machado plea deal 18-05-2026 10:42 President Javier Milei launches another assault on the press, denouncing a “media operation” by “trash” journalists against former lawmaker José Luis Espert; Attack comes after ‘Fred’ Machado pleads guilty to money-laundering and fraud in bid to avoid drug-trafficking charges
MALVINAS SOVEREIGNTY DISPUTE Malvinas veteran proposes US-backed joint sovereignty of islands 16-05-2026 06:10 Malvinas veteran Alejandro Diego proposes making the islands a self-governing body with the White House as a mediator; “All-or-nothing” approach means we have obtained nothing for 193 years, argues former Navy officer.
INVESTMENT Milei approves RIGI incentives for lithium mine expansion with China ties 14-05-2026 17:22 Milei’s government clears joint venture led by China’s Ganfeng Lithium Group to invest US$1.24 billion in an expansion of its mine in the province of Jujuy along with partners Lithium Argentina AG, which has US-listed shares, and state-owned JEMSE.
WORLD CUP 2026 Messi in as Scaloni names 55-man longlist for World Cup squad 11-05-2026 13:06 Argentina skipper leads a preliminary 55-man shortlist as Argentina prepare to defend their title at World Cup 2026.
PRESIDENT IN UNITED STATES Milei to investors: ‘American dream is being reborn in US and Argentina’ 07-05-2026 00:45 President tells Milken Institute conference the "American dream" is being reborn under his government and to "bet on Argentina."
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Trump gives Milei another boost, ups Argentina’s IP rating 06-05-2026 22:53 United States government improves Argentina’s ratings for the protection of and respect for intellectual property rights for first time in three decades.
INTERNATIONAL CRIME RING CLAMPDOWN Child sex abuse crackdown in 16 countries, including Argentina, leads to 84 arrests 29-04-2026 11:10 Major international operation against sexual exploitation of children and teenagers; 84 arrests across 17 provinces, including the Buenos Aires City;
MILITARY & DEFENCE Argentina’s Navy conducts military exercises with US aircraft carrier 28-04-2026 20:59 Argentina’s Navy has begun a series of military manoeuvres in the South Atlantic alongside forces from the United States.
TRADE & COMMERCE Mercosur to reconsider Venezuela’s membership, Brazil says 23-04-2026 11:36 Mercosur is set to discuss Venezuela’s possible return to the South American trade bloc as countries warm to Caracas following Nicolás Maduro's ouster.
COURTS YPF investors say they’ll arbitrate $16-billion Argentina case 22-04-2026 23:58 Former YPF investors who saw US$16.1-billion US judgment against Argentina thrown out on appeal last month tell trial judge that they intend to pursue international treaty arbitration and further appeals.
DIPLOMATIC ROW US and Chinese envoys in Argentina clash over influence in region 22-04-2026 15:33 Chinese Embassy in Argentina accuses US Ambassador Peter Lamelas of “ideological prejudices” and defamation after Washington’s envoy warned about advance of Asian giant.
WORLD CUP 2026 Fifty days out, who is guaranteed to make Argentina’s World Cup squad? 22-04-2026 12:24 Coach Lionel Scaloni has the majority of his squad for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico decided – a look at the problematic positions and how many spots are up for grabs.
HUMAN RIGHTS Amnesty warns of ‘predatory’ world order as leaders fuel crisis 21-04-2026 11:39 Human rights group says global protection system built over last 80 years faces potential collapse as governments fail to act against abuses; Amnesty's chief warns Trump, Putin and Netanyahu are "predators" and must not be appeased.
PRESIDENT IN ISRAEL Milei says US-Israel war against Iran is 'right thing to do' 20-04-2026 09:16 President praises United States and Israel for “war on terrorism” against Iran and its proxies; Milei and Netanyahu launch ‘Isaac Accords’ to unite nations with “Judeo-Christian values.”
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei heads to Israel as Middle East ceasefire clock ticks down 17-04-2026 15:40 Visit to the Western Wall, meetings, ceremonies and the nation’s highest honour – Milei’s schedule in Israel; Presidential delegation departs this Saturday at 11am.