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IMF chief visits Milei as Argentina’s US$57-billion bill comes due

Eight years, three deals and US$57 billion since the last IMF leader came to Argentina, Kristalina Georgieva arrived Monday in Buenos Aires.

Border crossings shut as heavy snow coats Argentina's side of Andes

Truck drivers said they had spent up to eight days stuck in one spot after over three metres of snowfall blocked roads and shuttered the Puente del Inca border crossing into Chile.

Robeco’s US$18-billion stock picker bets on Argentina after hiatus

It took nearly a decade for one of Europe’s biggest emerging-market investors to return to Argentine stocks.

Milei accuses Brazil and Mexico of funding 'anti-Argentina campaign' without evidence

President makes wild claims in radio interview, without providing evidence; Points finger at "Brazilian government," Mexico and US Democrats.

Milei outlines Central Bank reform bill aimed at monetary discipline

President claims his planned overhaul would strengthen the Central Bank's independence and permanently curb inflation.

Luis Caputo boldly claims Argentina will ‘reach zero inflation’

Prediction comes after inflation fell sharply during President Milei's first two years in office.

IMF boss hails 'much sounder' Argentine economy under Milei

International Monetary Fund director Kristalina Georgieva hails economic progress under President Javier Milei during visit to Buenos Aires.

Vista Energy joins Milei's RIGI investment incentive scheme

Firm has pledged to plough US$5.8 billion into drilling 336 wells in over 10,000 hectares of the northern reaches of Vaca Muerta shale deposits with the aim of producing a daily 50,000 barrels of oil.

IMF leader Georgieva to visit Milei in Argentina

IMF sources say Georgieva also plans to meet with Economy Minister Luis Caputo, Central Bank Governor Santiago Bausili and experts from the business world and academia.

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More pain or gain with Spain?

If one swallow does not make a summer, one substandard final does not make a winter either, obliterating the glorious run-up with seven consecutive victories.

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Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina after Milei attacks Lula, judge

Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira summons Argentina’s ambassador to express Brazil’s “revulsion” over Milei’s actions in São Paulo.

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Over nine million workers now informally employed in Argentina

Even though unemployment levels remain almost unchanged, the wear is beginning to show in job quality. Specialists warn involvement of young women is growing, but mostly in informal employment.

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Stories that caught our eye: July 18 to 25

A selection of stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina.

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Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's 'insults' at Bolsonaro rally

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.

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Brazil's right-wing party nominates Bolsonaro's son to battle Lula

Firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro anointed his eldest son Flavio as his political heir after being sentenced to 27 years in prison; President Javier Milei travels to rally to denounce Lula, back right-winger.

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The return of the ugly Argentine

Does the abuse being hurled against the country’s footballers by aggrieved foreigners whose national teams got knocked out early matter very much? It clearly does.

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Milei tests his right-wing magic on Flavio Bolsonaro’s shaky campaign in Brazil

Javier Milei is flying straight into an uproar in Brazil, seeking to help topple his arch-rival and Latin America’s most prominent leftist.

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In defence of Argentine culture and football

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The ‘Scaloni moment’ Milei needs to get re-elected

Scaloni’s secret formula is simple and public: professionalism, humility, respect, and results. In more than three years in office and almost 10 years in the public limelight, Milei has never cooled down a controversy; on the contrary, he has been the one creating them.

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A world without cup

The injustice of some criticisms should not justify going to the other extreme of a fanatical nationalism insisting that there is nothing to reproach.

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Cristina and Karina – the two most powerful women in Argentina

The fact that Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Karina Milei are the two most influential women in the country speaks as much to their own qualities as to the shortcomings of a country still wedded to polarisation.

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Rosalía's Argentine fans up in arms over alleged World Cup snub

Fans try to flog their tickets for Spanish star's run of shows at Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires after musician shared social media post that was critical of Argentina's national football team.

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Nicolás Otamendi retires from Argentina's national team after World Cup

Veteran defender ends an international career spanning 17 years and 139 appearances after helping the Albiceleste win the 2022 World Cup and two Copa América titles.

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AFA says US authorities did not detain Claudio ‘Chiqui’ Tapia

AFA denies reports Tapia was questioned by FBI in US; Football association says reports its president and senior officials were detained or summoned by US authorities are "absolutely false."

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With World Cup over, Argentines resume anti-austerity protests

Pensioners demanding higher payments and improved healthcare access held regular weekly demonstrations outside Congress, which were often dispersed by police.

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Tearful fights, edible offerings – a glimpse into the Diego Maradona death trial

A look at the standout moments of an often dramatic case; Defendants, who insist Maradona died of natural causes, have spent months in a courtroom alongside the footballer's distraught daughters.

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Bad loans threaten Argentina’s next engine of economic growth

Government was counting on a revival in consumer credit to help broaden an export-led recovery through stronger household spending,

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Argentina's economy shrank again in May amid uneven recovery

Argentina’s economy contracted for a second straight month in May; Economic activity fell 0.5% in May from previous month, reports INDEC.

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Moody’s lifts Argentina debt rating in fresh boost to Milei

All three major credit-rating firms now rate the country above the highly distressed category; Milei administration targeting investment-grade status by 2031.

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Enzo Fernández: Argentina represented themselves in 'best possible way' at World Cup

Chelsea midfielder takes to Instagram to defend his country for their World Cup performance.

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Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez hints at Argentina retirement after World Cup final defeat

Goalkeeper says he will reflect on his international future after defeat to Spain, asking whether it is time to "step aside."