GEOPOLITICS Gaza conflict shows limits of Argentina, Brazil’s influence in Middle East 27-04-2024 06:32 In the grand chessboard of Middle Eastern geopolitics, Argentina and Brazil find themselves limited more by the game's rules than by their own ambitions. by Sam Forster
Interview Moving Embassy to Jerusalem is 'important step,’ says Israeli vice-ambassador 27-04-2024 05:12 Adam Levene, Israel’s second-in-command in Buenos Aires, on his nation’s “very special” connection with Argentina and bilateral relations across Latin America. by Sam Forster
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Look north or east? Argentina’s tilt in a bipolar world remains unclear 10-12-2022 04:07 Beijing’s massive economic promise continues to stymie Washington’s attempts at democratic coalition in the Americas. by Sam Forster
ARGENTINA UN investigator meets with government, issues statement on extrajudicial killings 25-11-2022 22:30 UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial executions Morris Tidball-Binz calls on Argentina to “step up efforts to prevent and investigate unlawful deaths” at the conclusion of 11-day visit. by Sam Forster
QATAR 2022 WORLD CUP ‘Argentina’s biggest strength is its group ethos’ – the expert view 17-11-2022 19:15 With the weight of a nation on their backs, how are the Albiceleste positioned heading into the World Cup? Sam Kelly, an expert on Argentine football, gives us the lowdown. by Sam Forster
POLITICS & ENVIRONMENT Wetlands law remains stalled as intentional burns go unprosecuted 11-11-2022 13:26 Fires continue to destroy land at an alarming rate throughout the country, despite clear and repeated calls for government action. by Sam Forster
NEW RUGBY BOOK Five decades of the Pumas: from going pro to global competitors 29-10-2022 10:26 Veteran sports journalist Rex Gowar chronicles half a century of the Argentina men’s national rugby team, from amateur origins and turning professional to pandemic complications and improving World Cup performances, in his latest book. by Sam Forster
HEALTHCARE AmCham Health Forum showcases opportunities for public-private collaboration 26-10-2022 14:59 American Chamber of Commerce hosts event bringing together top government officials with private industry leaders to discuss areas of growth and development for Argentina’s healthcare system. by Sam Forster
G20 SUMMIT Indonesia seeks to capitalise on G20 Summit 14-10-2022 15:58 Emerging powerhouse nation of 275 million ready to assert itself on the world stage as global leaders prepare for Bali meeting. by Sam Forster
ARGENTINA Argentina 'must maximise resources to defend human rights,' says UN expert 06-10-2022 16:33 Visiting United Nations envoy Attiya Waris calls on authorities to ensure financial pressures do not affect the defence of human rights. by Sam Forster
ARGENTINA Students square off with City Hall as school seizure movement grows 29-09-2022 20:19 No end in sight to tensions, with as many as 20 schools throughout Buenos Aires now occupied by student demonstrators; City education minister points finger at Kirchnerism and warns parents will pay for losses. by Sam Forster
BRAZIL ELECTION 2022 What a Lula victory would mean for Argentina 29-09-2022 18:55 A presidential shake-up in Brazil would have big implications for the country, the region and the Mercosur trade bloc. by Sam Forster
DIPLOMACY Indonesian Embassy in Argentina celebrates independence day 24-09-2022 13:43 Ambassador Niniek Kun Naryatie hosts traditional dance performance to commemorate the nation’s 77th anniversary. by Sam Forster
HUMAN RIGHTS & VENEZUELA UN committee releases damning report on human rights abuses in Venezuela 24-09-2022 08:00 Human rights watchdogs call for increased international pressure on government in Caracas following damning United Nations report; Pressure grows on Argentina to revise relations with Maduro administration. by Sam Forster
PAPAL MEETING Inter-faith group of religious leaders meets Pope Francis at Vatican 10-09-2022 10:58 Co-founders of the nation’s first Jewish-Muslim brotherhood, Imam Marwan Gill and radio host Miguel Steuermann, have private audience with Pope Francis to strengthen interfaith relationship. by Sam Forster
argentina Call for ‘hate speech’ law divides government and galvanises opposition 09-09-2022 11:22 Ruling coalition U-turns on proposal after INADI anti-discrimination institute Director Victoria Donda demands introduction of ‘hate speech’ law in wake of attack on vice-president. by Sam Forster, for the Buenos Aires Times