EDITORIAL A year of living dangerously 20-03-2021 08:40 Thursday’s nationwide broadcast was widely criticised and mocked, but in his guarded and indirect manner President Fernández was telling it like it is regarding a central problem which too many ignore.
AS I SEE IT Declare me innocent, or else 20-03-2021 07:48 Political power is now in the hands of individuals who are far more interested in the future of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and her offspring than in the fate of the rest of the population. by James Neilson
EDITORIAL Two can also be a crowd 06-03-2021 09:46 The convergence between president and vice-president, consolidated this week in favour of the latter’s line, carries the price of those who have always written off Alberto Fernández as a puppet standing vindicated.
AND THAT REMINDS ME... State of the nation 06-03-2021 09:24 Last Monday was not “100 percent Cristina” – the spirit of her perhaps but not the letter. More credit should go to Cabinet Chief Santiago Cafiero. by Michael Soltys
AS I SEE IT Alberto on the psychiatrist’s couch 06-03-2021 08:28 Is Alberto his own man or just a dutiful servant who is willing to go to any extreme to ingratiate himself with an employer who has plenty of good reasons to despise him? by James Neilson
AS I SEE IT Take me to your leader 30-01-2021 09:26 Argentines tend to be more prone than others to put their faith in individuals rather than in ideologies or “doctrines,” as Radicals like to call them. by James Neilson
Power outage Power cut leaves 305,000 without electricity in Buenos Aires 22-12-2020 23:42 More than 300,000 people in the centre and south of the capital were left without electricity for four hours on Tuesday.
US ELECTION 2020 Biden faces tall order reviving Washington's global role 14-11-2020 10:49 US President-elect Joe Biden has vowed to restore America’s moral authority in the world but after four years of norms-shattering by Donald Trump, he will have his work cut out for him.
BLOOMBERG China’s state grid makes a US$3-billion push into Latin America 13-11-2020 13:53 State Grid Corp of China will pay 2.57 billion euros for an electricity network company in Chile, its first overseas deal in almost a year and a move that resumes its expansion abroad.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Virginia García Beaudoux: ‘Feminism makes diversity visible’ 19-09-2020 08:59 Professor, advocate, author and communications specialist Virginia García Beaudoux has been studying sexism in politics since the late 1990s. In an interview with the Times, she discusses female leadership, diversity, prejudice and more. by Anina Hoffman
GUEST COLUMN Quo vadis, Argentina? 15-08-2020 10:37 A guide to undering Argentina’s incomparable decline and what can we learn from the shortcomings of the Macri administration’s reforms. by Nicolas Rodriguez-Brizuela
INTERVIEW Robert Jervis: 'There’s a danger of an arms race between the United States and China' 25-07-2020 08:27 Professor of International Relations at Columbia University says Donald Trump’s approach foreign policy reflects his ego and says if Joe Biden wins the election, Democrat would seek to improve Washington’s relationship with Argentina. by Leandro Dario
BLOOMBERG Moon-shot bets on junk power bond in Argentina bring a windfall 22-07-2020 11:57 Amid a minefield of underperforming and already defaulted debt, notes from power producer MSU Energy are outshining all others.
INTERVIEW Vilmar Ibarra: 'Both Alberto and Cristina know this coalition works with both of them' 20-07-2020 10:35 Legal & Technical secretary Vilmar Ibarra is one of President Alberto Fernández's most trusted officials. In an interview, she discusses the relationships within the ruling Frente de Todos coalition, judicial reform and the potential legalisation of abortion in Argentina. by Rosario Ayerdi
POLITICS & THE PANDEMIC Coalitions under stress 18-07-2020 08:37 Political rivals are accusing each other of being “haters” – but of course, one person's hater is another person's hero. The pressure, however, is not just external. by Martín Gambarotta
ILLEGAL ESPIONAGE SCANDAL The curse of power in Argentina 04-07-2020 08:06 Several of the major corruption cases of the K decade could end up being dropped due to procedural abuses, aiding the newfound lack of political motivation of most magistrates. by Agustino Fontevecchia
SPECIAL INVESTIGATION ¿Qué pasa entre Alberto y Cristina? 04-07-2020 07:41 Pressure is growing on President Fernández to found his own ‘Albertismo’ movement, while Cristina Fernández de Kirchner sets the pace for both, with infighting channelled through their officials and allies – a tussle most recently exposed by the move on Vicentín.
MINISTRY POSITIONS Four ambitious females for Fernández’s Cabinet 13-06-2020 10:21 PAMI is huge, serving some 4.5 million pensioners and accounting for 70 percent of all public hospital payments since the elderly obviously have more health problems. Its total budget is some US$7.7 billion. by Michael Soltys
MINISTRY POSITIONS Interior now rhymes with inferior 30-05-2020 10:49 Congress was Eduardo Enrique “Wado” de Pedro main training-ground, where he developed an image as the least abrasive of the La Cámpora leaders. He has mellowed considerably since his extreme youth when in 1997. by Michael Soltys
AS I SEE IT Under cover of darkness 30-05-2020 10:43 Alberto has shown no signs of wanting to be his own man, whoever he may be. Far from rebelling against Cristina’s tutelage, he seems afraid to do anything that might displease her. by James Neilson
Environment Solar schooling: City school begins generating electricity for its neighbours 26-02-2020 15:53 Primary school in Villa Devoto installs 200 solar panels on its roof – enough to supply power to its buildings and to the wider neighbourhood. by Claudio Corsalini
Bloomberg World’s biggest carnivores are turning their backs on beef 03-02-2020 15:08 In Argentina, red meat consumption in the country has fallen to its lowest level in a century due to galloping local inflation. The national meal is a strategic issue for President Alberto Fernández, who is seeking to further cap the price to make beef affordable again.
Trump impeachment US lawmakers starts historic session to impeach Trump, Republicans stall 18-12-2019 13:03 The vote will take place by the end of Wednesday, sources say. It's expected to follow a day of fierce debate and performative politics that, experts believe, will end in a partisan vote.
New government Santiago Cafiero says government may declare state of emergency 11-12-2019 13:48 New Cabinet chief describes Mauricio Macri's government as the "worst in the history of democracy" in Argentina.
ARGENTINA'S NEW LEADER Is Alberto Fernández the man to unite Argentina? 10-12-2019 18:02 New president has long been a discreet backroom operator. But on Tuesday he announced big plans to rid the country of its political polarisation.
INAUGURATION Alberto Fernández inaugurated as president of Argentina 10-12-2019 17:31 Peronist leader's inauguration marks the return of the country to the ranks of left-leaning nations at a moment of right-wing resurgence in the Western Hemisphere.
Transition 2019 Santiago Cafiero: 'Cristina isn't a conventional vice-president' 10-12-2019 12:57 Hours before Alberto Fernández was sworn-in as president on Tuesday, his future Cabinet chief said in an interview that the former president would shape the vice-presidential role to her attributes.
INAUGURATION Photo gallery: Alberto Fernández becomes Argentina's new president 10-12-2019 12:56 Peronist leader was sworn in as Argentina president on Tuesday, taking over from Mauricio Macri amid applause and singing by lawmakers and supporters in Buenos Aires.
Transition 2019 D-day arrives for Alberto Fernández as he takes office in Argentina 10-12-2019 10:33 Once low-profile politician assumes the presidency Tuesday with Cristina Fernández de Kirchner as his vice-president – a fact almost unthinkable a decade ago.
New Cabinet The chosen ones: Who's who in Alberto Fernández's Cabinet 10-12-2019 00:45 President-elect unveiled his team at press conference on Friday in Puerto Madero. Here's a guide to who's who in the incoming administration.
Transition 2019 Economic crisis looms large as Alberto Fernández assumes office 09-12-2019 17:37 Against a backdrop of near-economic disaster, president-elect's biggest challenges will be leading the country out of recession – and navigating his coalition government.
Miguel Díaz-Canel Cuban leader Díaz-Canel arrives in Argentina ahead of inauguration 09-12-2019 14:56 The first international leader to arrive in Buenos Aires for Tuesday's ceremonies is Miguel Díaz-Canel. Others will soon follow.
RALLY FOR PRESIDENT Macri delivers farewell address to supporters at Casa Rosada 09-12-2019 13:59 Outgoing leader calls the last four years an era of "transformations" and promises his successor a "constructive opposition."
Transition of Power Fences removed from Plaza de Mayo ahead of Fernández's inauguration 09-12-2019 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.
Transition of Power Macri and Fernández embrace as Mass as Church calls for unity 09-12-2019 12:47 Church leader calls for "respect, unity and peace" as outgoing and incoming leaders attend Mass at Basilica of Our Lady of Luján,
CADENA NACIONAL Macri: Argentina is ‘better off than it was four years ago’ 06-12-2019 00:24 In his final address to the nation as president, outgoing leader reflects on four years in office and pitches himself as the future leader of the opposition.
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.
Crisis in Venezuela Maduro’s foes balk at UN-backed deal to rebuild power grid 04-12-2019 10:37 A proposal to rebuild Venezuela's collapsed power grid with the help of the United Nations is proving a political hot potato for Nicolás Maduro's opponents.
Transition of Power Talks over Cabinet down to three posts: security, transport, economy 01-12-2019 21:20 Less than five days out from Alberto Fernández's December 6 deadline for announcing his Cabinet, at least three key posts remain unfulfilled. Who will head the security, economy and transport portfolios? by Rosario Ayerdi
Transition 2019 Fernández lines up Marco Lavagna to head INDEC statistics bureau 27-11-2019 17:02 Lawmaker and son of the former economy minister Roberto Lavagna will lead the national statistics bureau, president-elect confirms.
Transition 2019 Fernández says Cabinet is 'basically defined' – but doesn't name names 21-11-2019 17:00 President-elect set to fill roles with members of his inner circle. Almost all still await an official request to join the new Cabinet – but many have already begun work on the roles they’re expected to take on.
MACRI'S NEXT MOVE? Macri ponders post-presidential role as global anti-populist leader 20-11-2019 22:02 Argentina's outgoing leader is not just convinced he has a role to play as opposition leader, he's also looking farther afield. by Gabriel Ziblat
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.
AS I SEE IT Journalists fear a new inquisition 09-11-2019 11:44 Independent media companies are becoming increasingly vulnerable to political pressures because they lack the resources they would need in order to resist them. by James Neilson
Carrió exits Carrió’s exit helps Cambiemos moderates as Argentina heads into new era 04-11-2019 13:00 Outspoken lawmaker's departure is a triumph for the moderate faction of Juntos para el Cambio. It may also open the door to a productive dialogue between the soon-to-be opposition and incoming Peronist government. by Ezequiel Spillman
EDITORIAL Polarised – but balanced 02-11-2019 12:39 Macri not only escaped political obliteration last weekend but also improved his fallen image by proving a good loser, in contrast to the bad winners in at least two of the three main victory speeches – he thus stands consolidated as the future opposition leader, for now
Election 2019 Fernández meets Macri at Casa Rosada as transition of power begins 28-10-2019 12:04 Incoming president Alberto Fernández and outgoing president Mauricio Macri met this morning in the wake of Sunday night's election to plan the handover and discuss tension in the markets.
CAMPAIGN WATCH The day after tomorrow 26-10-2019 11:42 A storm is brewing again in Argentina and the leadership are not getting the public ready for it. by Marcelo J. Garcia
CRISTINA’S COMEBACK Argentina – and the world – contemplates Fernández de Kirchner’s possible role 26-10-2019 10:56 Will the former president take a back seat if Frente de Todos wins on Sunday?
BLOOMBERG Energy companies would likely bear cost of Fernández’s utilities shift 01-10-2019 16:29 Energy companies would likely be made to pay for Alberto Fernández’s move to slow hikes in electricity and natural gas prices.