News of protest

FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF DEATH

Demonstrators demand justice on 5th anniversary of Nisman's death

Yesterday 00:49 Demonstrators rally in Buenos Aires to declare prosecutor was murdered and demand justice. Strong oppositional tone at event, attended by Elisa Carrió, Patricia Bullrich and late prosecutor's mother.

Economic Recovery

First protest against new government, sparked by recovery package

19-12-2019 12:32 Pro-Macri demonstrators protest against pension freezes and tax hikes on exports and foreign expenditures.

BOLIVIA

Bolivia’s indigenous female wrestlers return to the ring after protests

28-11-2019 15:43 The female wrestlers of El Alto, who spar theatrically in traditional layered skirts, describe their show as an “accessible therapy” for themselves and their community following weeks of violent unrest in Bolivia.

HUMAN RIGHTS

Argentines demand justice as they rally to remember those lost to femicide

27-11-2019 16:05 Argentines joined hundreds of thousands around the world in fighting for women's rights on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Demonstrators took to the Plaza del Congreso and Congress to remember those lost to femicide and advocate for an end to violence against women.

by Maria Gracia Santillana

Subway Strike

Subte drivers announce strike for Wednesday

19-11-2019 16:02 After the revelation that asbestos is in carriages on underground metro's B-line, workers unveil plans to stop service at varying times throughout the day on Wednesday.

Protests in Chile

Chile's Piñera acknowledges excess police force used in protests

19-11-2019 09:58 President admits excessive force used in clamping down on demonstrators, and promises “no impunity” for anyone who commits acts of violence.

Chile Protests

Argentina's Embassy in Santiago evacuated after 'attack'

13-11-2019 15:32 Ambassador José Octavio Bordón was one of the diplomats who fled the building while protesters tried to enter.

Bolivia Election Crisis

Thousands march in Buenos Aires to support Evo Morales

12-11-2019 15:21 Evo Morales' resignation triggered widespread support in many neighbouring countries, including thousands who turned out in downtown Buenos Aires to show support.

LANDMARK EVENTS

Chile scraps Asia-Pacific and climate summits amid protests

30-10-2019 12:23 Even a cabinet shakeup doesn't stem the country's protests, compelling Piñera to call off two major gatherings of international leaders Chile was scheduled to host.

AGRICULTURE

Farmers fear impact of a Peronist victory in election

24-10-2019 09:38 After a record harvest, farmers are fearful of a Peronist victory on Sunday and their subsequent policies, yet also disappointed in President Mauricio Macri and his government.

Chile Protests

Human rights groups in Buenos Aires support Chilean protesters

23-10-2019 17:00 Eleven NGOs issue call of solidarity and demand President Sebastián Piñera bring end to fighting through peaceful means.

Argentina

Violence erupts outside of Chilean consulate in Buenos Aires, journalists attacked

22-10-2019 12:50 At least six people detained for infiltrating peaceful march with molotov cocktails.

Human Rights

Journalist shot to death covering anti-government protests in Haiti

11-10-2019 21:14 Protesters burned tyres and spilled oil on streets in parts of Haiti's capital as they renewed their call for the resignation of President Jovenel Moïse, just hours after the death of reporter Néhémie Joseph.

HUMAN RIGHTS

Protests seek justice for Jorge Julio López, 13 years on from disappearance

18-09-2019 16:59 Marchers renew calls for justice in case of missing bricklayer, who disappeared just days after giving evidence in trial involving Miguel Etchecolatz, one of Argentina's most notorious dictatorship-era criminals.

'FOOD EMERGENCY'

Social movements stage roadblocks and marches throughout Buenos Aires

11-09-2019 11:16 The day of protest will culminate in a 48 hour encampment on the Av. 9 de Julio as activists call for increased funding for social programs.

'FOOD EMERGENCY'

Opposition unites to call for 'Food Emergency' session amid more protests

10-09-2019 15:47 Politicians from across the opposition benches agreed Monday to unify their legislative projects on the topic into a single bill.

UBER IN ARGENTINA

Taxi-drivers walk off job in protest as Uber arrives in Córdoba

09-09-2019 17:40 More than 28,000 sign up to become drivers, while more than 140,000 register as users in region.

HUMAN RIGHTS

Mass protest in Santiago against abuses of Pinochet era

09-09-2019 13:54 Thousands of demonstrators poured onto Santiago's streets Sunday to honour the victims of General Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. But the march, which started peacefully, ended in violence.

PROTESTS IN CITY

Social movements block Av. 9 de Julio as economy renews dive

28-08-2019 13:41 Demonstrators demand "food emergency" and other urgent economic measures.

DOWNTOWN RALLY

Pro-Macri rally brings tens of thousands to streets of Buenos Aires

25-08-2019 09:09 Supporters march from Obelisk to Plaza de Mayo. President Macri greets crowd from balcony of Casa Rosada. The demonstration, organised through social networks, comes in the wake of Macri's electoral setback in recent PASO primary elections.

AMAZON AFLAME

Demonstrators rally outside Brazilian Embassy as Amazon smoke reaches Argentina

23-08-2019 18:23 Macri offers support to Bolsonaro as environmental catastrophe continues.

TENSION IN PROVINCE

Bulletholes found in car of Chubut government official amid stand-off with state workers

20-08-2019 17:39 Chubut officials have received death threats as state workers continue to stage general strike over lack of pay.

The youth

Argentina's youngest find themselves drawn into politics

09-08-2019 15:45 Studies show that people between the ages of 18 and 24 feel little dedication to political parties, but issues are helping them become increasingly involved in politics.

DEMONSTRATION

'State is responsible' for Santiago Maldonado's death, says brother at protest

02-08-2019 11:03 Brother of late artisan reiterates criticism of State and Gendarmerie officers, as protesters take to streets on the second anniversary of his death.

Puerto Rico Protests

Puerto Ricans gather for massive protest to expel governor

22-07-2019 12:44 The demonstration in the capital of San Juan came a day after Rosselló announced that he would not quit but promised not to seek re-election.

KEY STORIES

June 2nd-8th: What We Learned This Week

08-06-2019 12:26 Stories that caught our eye in the last seven days.

BOLSONARO IN B.A.

Protesters take to streets to tell Bolsonaro he's not welcome in Argentina

07-06-2019 19:22 Hours after President Macri had hosted his Brazilian counterpart, Jair Bolsonaro, at the Casa Rosada, a crowd dominated by leftists marched on the Plaza de Mayo to express their disapproval of the far-right leader.

by Jonah Shrock

BILATERAL RELATIONS

Macri, Bolsonaro: Signing of EU-Mercosur free-trade deal is 'imminent'

06-06-2019 15:31 Controversial Brazilian leader visits Argentina for the first time as president, as protesters take to streets. Talks with President Macri focus on Mercosur, boosting respective economies and Venezuela.

EDITORIAL

Editorial: School or scandal?

25-08-2018 08:22 Universities are supposed to value quality over quantity but the sheer quantitative dimensions of higher education in Argentina should not be underestimated.

TRUMP IN EUROPE

Trump sparks protests, controversy in UK visit

14-07-2018 07:52 US president strains diplomatic ties with extraordinary interview criticising PM Theresa May’s Brexit plans – before immediately backtracking and apologising. Meanwhile, tens of thousands flood London’s streets for huge protest.

PROTESTS AND STRIKE

Week of labour unrest and protests kicked off by teachers and Subte worker clashes

26-05-2018 09:00 Subway workers brought the service to a complete halt on Tuesday following the arrest of 16 leaders. The next day teachers held a massive federal march to press for collective bargaining at a national level and to protest against the pay increase ceiling of 15 percent.

ECONOMIC TENSIONS

Protesters decry IMF talks as Macri's economic reshuffle brings respite

26-05-2018 08:17 Thousands swarm downtown on 25 de Mayo to protest the government seeking financial help from IMF. Government’s bid to keep peso under control seems to pay off as president takes series of measures to streamline economic team.

KEY STORIES FROM THE LAST SEVEN DAYS

April 23rd-28th: what we learned this week

28-04-2018 11:01 From the visit of the Chilean president, Piñera, to the shift of the dollar and the protest at the opening of the Book Fair

DEMONSTRATIONS ON BORDER

Deadly clashes in Gaza mark start of Palestinian campaign

31-03-2018 09:11 At least 15 killed, hundreds injured, during clashes with Israeli troops.

FALL-OUT AFTER MASS DEMONSTRATION

Moyano show his muscle, but government brushes him off

24-02-2018 08:48 Union leader claims he is ready to sit down with president, after Wednesday's huge march against the government.

EDITORIAL

Editorial: Not quite Moyano's lonely hearts club band

24-02-2018 08:18 He has been presented as larger than life by the government as an easily demonised alternative but who is he and what does he represent?

UNION PROTEST SET FOR WEDNESDAY

Legal pressure builds on Moyano as protest march date draws closer

17-02-2018 11:26 Veteran union leader suffers difficult week, as heavy-hitters shy away of direct protest action against the government, citing ‘politicisation’.

KEY STORIES FROM THE LAST SEVEN DAYS

What we learned this week: February 12-18

17-02-2018 10:13 From next Wednesday protest to this week's protest in Santa Fe against Carlos Monzon.

ABORTION

Activists renew calls for legal abortions

17-02-2018 10:00 One-third of maternal deaths in Argentina are a result of clandestine abortions. The government estimates that between 370,000 and 522,000 abortions are performed every year, most of them illegal. As pro-choice campaigners prepare to take the streets again, calls are rising once again for free, legal and safe procedures.

by Isabella Soto

TENSION BETWEEN UNIONS

Fractured union movement ready to march against Macri

10-02-2018 09:11 Protest against government policies rescheduled for February 21.

KEY STORIES FROM THE LAST SEVEN DAYS

What we learned this week: Public transport, cops and robbers and Pony Brother

03-02-2018 10:03 From new fares on public transportation, to ballet dancers' protest and the president's support for Officer Chocobar.