MALVINAS CLAMPDOWN Milei-allied real-estate mogul defends his Malvinas investment 07-09-2026 17:55 Eduardo Elsztain, one of Argentina’s most influential business executives, breaks ground to defend his investment strategy in the Malvinas Islands
MALVINAS CLAMPDOWN Government targets 45 entities over Malvinas oil projects 05-09-2026 15:50 President Javier Milei's government launches sanction proceedings targeting hydrocarbon activities around the disputed archipelago, including shareholders and firms providing related services.
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 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.
GUEST COLUMN Malaysia at 69: Celebrating diversity, progress and a shared future with Argentina 31-08-2026 00:01 Diversity is not simply something we celebrate, it is one of the foundations of our national character.
Bilateral spat Chile angered by Argentine Air Force chief's Magellan remarks 25-08-2026 13:00 Santiago says it will lodge a formal complaint after Brigadier General Gustavo Javier Valverde called the Strait of Magellan and the Drake Passage a matter of “Argentine sovereignty”; Foreign Minister in Buenos Aires forced distanced itself from the remarks, acknowledging 1881 and 1984 treaties that define their southern borders.
BEYOND THE HEADLINES ASEAN, as in the zone 22-08-2026 08:21 The creation of ASEAN in 1967 saw the region create unity out of division and harmony out of discord. by Michael Soltys
foreign relations UN holds second informal poll of secretary-general candidates 21-08-2026 12:49 UN Security Council meets for another straw poll to gauge the popularity of a growing field of contenders to succeed Antonio Guterres as next secretary-general.
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
INTERVIEW WITH EX-BRAZIL PRESIDENT José Sarney: ‘President Milei is hostile to Brazil’ 15-08-2026 13:28 Former Brazil president criticises disparaging remarks delivered by Argentina’s Javier Milei towards Lula and Brazil, describing them as inappropriate and a breach of diplomatic dignity. Calling on both nations to prioritise regional unity and resist external pressures, he declares that the bond between the Brazilian and Argentine people remains strong. by Jorge Fontevecchia
US PRESSURE ON CUBA Indicted Raúl Castro reappears after months out of public view 13-08-2026 18:39 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.
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.
BILATERAL RELATIONS Argentina ties reduced as long as Milei 'attacks' persist – Brazil FM source 06-08-2026 04:50 Brazil has downgraded its mission to Buenos Aires to the level of charge d'affaires after repeated insults from Milei against President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
BRAZILIAN POLITICS Lula battles Trump, Milei over perceived election meddling 06-08-2026 04:44 President Lula's government accuses Trump’s administration of improperly intervening in Brazil’s affairs.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei guts bill to ease property laws in face of public uproar 05-08-2026 19:02 Lawmakers water down legislation to ease limits on foreign land ownership in response to fierce backlash.
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.
FOREIGN RELATIONS Milei accuses Spain PM Sánchez of using immigrants to 'win votes' 03-08-2026 18:04 La Libertad Avanza leader, a fierce critic of Spanish leader, accuses Pedro Sánchez of encouraging immigration to win votes and help "perpetuate his tyranny." He presented no evidence for his claim.
EMERGENCY DECREE Milei signs decree allowing Argentina to bar or expel foreigners over 'hate speech' 30-07-2026 03:54 Milei government issues emergency decree allowing authorities to deny entry to or deport foreigners accused of inciting hatred, discrimination or violence against Argentina or for insulting national symbols.
REGOINAL TENSIONS Milei's spokesperson plays down diplomatic spat with Brazil 29-07-2026 10:54 Argentina's government admits to "ideological and political differences" with neighbouring Brazil but says they won't affect bilateral trade.
FOREIGN RELATIONS Brazil recalls ambassador after Milei attacks Lula, judge 27-07-2026 03:34 Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira summons Argentina’s ambassador to express Brazil’s “revulsion” over Milei’s actions in São Paulo.
foreign relations fallout Milei accuses Brazil, Mexico of funding 'anti-Argentina campaign' without evidence 27-07-2026 00:48 President makes wild claims in radio interview, without providing evidence; Points finger at "Brazilian government," Mexico and US Democrats.
BILATERAL RELATIONS Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's 'insults' 26-07-2026 14:19 Lula government recalls ambassador in Buenos Aires for talks after Milei backs Flávio Bolsonaro, attacks Brazilian leader during visit to see right-wing ally in São Paulo.
LATIN AMERICA Milei tests his right-wing magic on Flavio Bolsonaro’s shaky campaign in Brazil 25-07-2026 13:05 Javier Milei is flying straight into an uproar in Brazil, seeking to help topple his arch-rival and Latin America’s most prominent leftist.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Debate on ruling party’s land ownership bill pushed back after spat 16-07-2026 18:27 Milei government fails to gather votes, postpones upper house debate over land ownership reform bill; Fourth delay for controversial bill that would eliminate restrictions on the foreign purchase of rural land; Comes after spat between Vice-President Villarruel and La Libertad Avanza Senate chief Patricia Bullrich.
FOREIGN RELATIONS Milei planning trips to Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia – and UK? 16-07-2026 14:11 Argentina’s leader is preparing for a fresh round of regional diplomacy, including a visit to see former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, a trip to Peru for the inauguration of Keiko Fujimori, and bilateral meetings with Ecuador's Daniel Noboa and Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella. Oh, and then there’s the issue of a trip to London… by Pablo Varela
Sovereignty dispute UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina’s Malvinas banner 16-07-2026 10:24 Argentina players celebrated victory with banner reading: “Las Malvinas son Argentinas”; Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says FIFA should investigate but believes potential action is a matter for them.
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.
World Cup 2026 La Albiceleste and its legion of non-Argentine supporters 29-06-2026 13:12 They support Argentina at the World Cup, but are not Argentine...
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei settles Argentina's US$15-million UN debt 25-06-2026 00:14 Milei administration pays off Argentina’s outstanding US$15.6-million debt with the United Nations as campaigning for Rafael Grossi's secretary-general candidacy enters key stretch.
MARKETS Argentina MSCI review holds key to foreign investment surge 19-06-2026 11:22 MSCI Inc will decide next week whether to set Argentina on the road back to membership in global stock indexes.
INVESTMENT DROUGHT? OECD data shows Argentina ranks last in regional FDI rankings 28-05-2026 16:42 Report reveals that Argentina was Latin American economy that received the least foreign direct investment in 2025.
ANALYSIS: SHOCK THERAPY Argentina’s surge in foreign reserves risks reigniting inflation 21-05-2026 14:33 The Milei administration's biggest policy achievement has been the taming of hyperinflation and the last thing officials want to see is for prices to start soaring again.
ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE Nations to kick off world-first fossil fuel exit talks 28-04-2026 11:42 Two-day conference in Santa Marta, Colombia, bypasses the United Nations climate talks and reflects a growing impatience with its failure to tackle fossil fuels, the main driver of global warming.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei’s party sees Senate as best chance of success for controversial bills 23-04-2026 13:55 Milei government is giving priority to the Senate thanks to La Libertad Avanza caucus chief Patricia Bullrich well-assembled majority; Controversial reforms include changes to disability benefits and mental health rules, private property, evictions and the scrapping of limits on foreign ownership of land in Argentina.
RACE FOR UN SECRETARY-GENERAL Rafael Grossi pitches ‘enlightened pragmatism’ for fractured UN 21-04-2026 21:49 IAEA chief warns of growing distrust in the United Nations while outlining a more “pragmatic” approach to global crises; UN is not going in the right direction, he warns, offering “impartial” leadership and a front-footed approach to global crises. by James Grainger
FOREIGN RELATIONS Milei hosts Czech President Petr Pavel at Casa Rosada 15-04-2026 16:32 Leaders discuss cooperation in areas such as defence, energy, science and technology, while highlighting shared positions on major international issues, including support for Ukraine.
Foreign policy & diplomacy Government greets Hungary’s new leader after Milei ally Orbán gets boot 13-04-2026 20:52 Milei’s Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno extends greeting to Hungary’s newly elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar after European nation votes to oust Viktor Orbán and end populist’s 16 years in power.
economy Argentina tweaks FX rules after cost of getting dollars out surges 10-04-2026 12:29 Milei government issues new rules for investors moving money out of the country after increased use of the parallel foreign-exchange market drove cost of trades up.
FOREIGN POLICY Milei meets Kast after failed arrest of Chilean ex-guerrilla 06-04-2026 13:36 Argentina’s President hosts Chilean counterpart in Buenos Aires as ties deepen; Visit overshadowed by failed arrest of ex-guerrilla wanted by Santiago as leaders seek closer political and economic alignment.
FOREIGN RELATIONS Expelled Iran envoy says decision ‘does not benefit Argentina’ 03-04-2026 09:11 Iran’s chargé d’affaires Mohsen Soltani Tehrani criticises decision by President Javier MIlei’s government to expel him from Argentina. by Cecilia Degl'Innocenti
Foreign relations & diplomacy Argentina expels Iran's top diplomatic envoy 02-04-2026 12:22 Argentina declares Iran's Counsellor and acting Charge d'Affaires, Mohsen Soltani Tehrani, "persona non grata" and ordered him to leave the country within 48 hours.
US SENATOR IN ARGENTINA (Ayn?) Rand Paul’s libertarian fest 01-04-2026 11:21 US Senator Rand Paul – Capitol Hill’s leading libertarian – pays a visit to Argentina, meeting with President Javier Milei, among other activities. by Michael Soltys
argentina Argentina designates Iran’s Revolutionary Guards a terrorist organisation 01-04-2026 00:06 Milei government designates Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organisation; Decision based on organisation’s alleged involvement in attacks on the Israeli Embassy and AMIA Jewish community centre.
GEOPOLITICS – ANALYSIS The war with Iran may be ushering in a new nuclear age 30-03-2026 11:29 From the North Atlantic to the West Pacific, governments are debating more publicly than before whether they, too, must get the nuclear bomb.
MARKETS & BONDS Argentina rating upgrade hinges on reserve build-up, Fitch says 27-03-2026 10:29 Argentina’s path to a credit rating upgrade depends on the sustained build-up of foreign-currency reserves, says top exec at Fitch Ratings.
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.
FOREIGN POLICY Milei says Argentina can 'guarantee Europe's energy security' 21-03-2026 17:55 President says Argentina “is in a position to guarantee Europe's energy security" during visit to Hungary for CPAC conference; Milei backs PM Orban’s anti-immigration stance, stating: “When they do not culturally adapt, it becomes an invasion.”
TEHRAN CALLING Iran media outlet warns Milei has crossed ‘red line’ over hostile remarks 17-03-2026 11:18 Tehran-linked English-language outlet, widely seen as reflecting regime thinking, accuses Argentina’s President of aligning with US and Israel.