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20 articlesGovernment presses ahead with privatization of state-owned firms
Argentina's economy ministry is moving forward with the privatization of state-owned enterprises, beginning with a bid to sell the national water company Aysa. The government is pursuing this strategy to generate revenue as tax collections decline.
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Argentina ranks among 10 hardest countries in the world to do business in
Argentina ranks ninth globally in business complexity according to TMF Group's index, despite President Milei's deregulation efforts. The headline frames this ranking as disappointing relative to the administration's policy priorities, with the subheading emphasizing the gap between deregulation promises and actual outcomes.
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Inflation in April dips to 2.6%, first drop in 11 months
Buenos Aires Herald reports that April inflation in Argentina declined to 2.6%, marking the first monthly drop in 11 months. However, the year-over-year accumulated inflation stands at 32.4%, indicating sustained long-term price pressure despite the monthly improvement.
IMF to approve a US$1 billion disbursement for Argentina next week
The IMF is expected to approve a US$1 billion disbursement for Argentina following the second review of an extended fund facility program. The article is a brief announcement of this expected financial transaction with minimal additional detail or context.
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National Bank of Genetic Data warns lack of budget prevents it from taking samples
The National Bank of Genetic Data in Argentina reports it lacks sufficient budget to process DNA samples for judicial requests related to crimes against humanity and missing children cases from the dictatorship era. The institution states this budgetary constraint prevents it from fulfilling its mandate in cases involving stolen children.
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Patagonia workers project to be big winners in Mileiβs economic plan
The article reports that Patagonia region is attracting significant investment and job creation under Argentina's RIGI (RΓ©gimen de Incentivo a Grandes Inversiones) economic incentive program under President Milei's administration. The southern region is described as leading in announced projects under this framework.
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Public university march sees thousands protest across the country
A public university march drew thousands of protesters across Argentina. The article emphasizes that teachers have experienced a 45% loss of purchasing power since November 2023 under Milei's austerity policies.
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Forensic anthropologists identify 17 dictatorship victims in CΓ³rdoba military field
Forensic anthropologists identified 17 victims of Argentina's military dictatorship in a mass grave at a CΓ³rdoba military field. The judiciary announced the identifications at a press conference attended by relatives, with a family member expressing emotional relief at the discovery.
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Hantavirus cruise cases rise to seven but WHO says infection risks are βlowβ
Seven cases of hantavirus have been confirmed among passengers aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship departing from Argentina. All remaining passengers disembarked in Spain on Sunday for repatriation, while the WHO has characterized infection risks as 'low.'
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Argentinaβs country risk drops below 500 points for first time since January
Argentina's country risk index fell below 500 points for the first time since January, driven by rising sovereign bond prices following a recent credit rating upgrade. The article frames this as a positive economic development without providing context on underlying conditions or alternative interpretations.
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Lionel Scaloni announces Argentina 2026 World Cup long list
Coach Lionel Scaloni has announced a 55-player long list for Argentina's 2026 World Cup squad. The roster includes notable surprises and represents an early, non-final selection ahead of the tournament beginning in June.
Gold vs water: Argentina opens glaciers to mining but at what cost to world food supplies?
Argentina has amended its Glacier Law to permit mining exploration in glacier regions previously protected since 2010, opening access to gold, copper, and molybdenum deposits. The article frames this decision through an implicit cost-benefit framing that emphasizes potential risks to global food supplies without detailed evidence of the connection.
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Argentinaβs inflation may be hitting pause. Economists arenβt ready to celebrate
Argentina's monthly inflation rate appears to have slowed to 2.4-2.6% in April, marking the first monthly deceleration in nearly a year. Despite this potential positive sign, economists are cautiously skeptical about drawing optimistic conclusions from the data.
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The Vaca Muerta boom has a job creation problem
An article arguing that Argentina's Vaca Muerta oil and gas development, despite economic growth, is destroying more jobs than it creates through a new employment model. The piece frames the boom as problematic for workers despite industry expansion.
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Dictatorship doc sparks denialism debate within Argentine film community
A documentary by Juan Villegas titled 'Not to Kill' about guerrilla victims from Argentina's 1970s dictatorship has sparked debate within the film community, with accusations that it aligns with the Milei administration's controversial human rights positions. The article frames this as a 'denialism debate' without providing substantial detail on the documentary's actual content or the specific accusations.
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βAlmost zeroβ chance Dutch man got hantavirus in Argentinaβs Ushuaia, official says
A Tierra del Fuego provincial health official states there is 'almost zero' chance a Dutch man who died of hantavirus contracted the disease in Ushuaia, Argentina. The assessment is based on the virus's incubation period. The man and his wife, both deceased, were aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship.
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Argentina intercepts airplane with 400 kilos of cocaine with DEA help, security head says
Argentina's security minister announced the interception of an airplane carrying 400 kilos of cocaine with assistance from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The report is sourced from Reuters and published by The Print without additional detail provided in the excerpt.
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Fitch upgrades Argentinaβs debt rating to B-
Fitch raised Argentina's debt rating from CCC+ to B-, citing improved fiscal and external conditions. The agency acknowledged inflation risks as a remaining concern in its assessment.
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New drop in tax revenue shows that Mileiβs chainsaw is running out of room
Argentina's tax revenue fell 4% in April, marking the ninth consecutive monthly decline under President Milei's administration. The article frames this as constraining the government's ability to continue cutting public spending, using metaphorical language about a 'chainsaw running out of room.'
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Milo Jβs Tiny Desk Concert reaffirms Argentine artistsβ global reach
A 19-year-old Argentine singer Milo J performed at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, which the author frames as evidence of Argentina's emerging generation of internationally successful artists. The piece highlights broader trends of Argentine musicians gaining global recognition through tours, collaborations, and mainstream media appearances.
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