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Trump boosts Argentina beef imports to US in affordability push

Trump directive finalises the terms of a deal the US and Argentina signed Thursday scrapping hundreds of tariffs and trade barriers on each other’s goods

Argentina’s ICE? Milei government advances immigration agency plans

President Javier Milei’s government is moving forward with its plan for a new national immigration agency with expanded powers, despite internal disputes, a shift in rhetoric and false data circulating on social media.

Trump to boost Argentina beef imports as cost worries bite

US President Donald Trump signs executive order to allow more Argentine beef imports into the United States.

Lies, damned lies and statistics

The blow to confidence from this institutionally messy political interference in the formation of statistics (even if child’s play compared to the Kirchnerite fudging of the figures) remains to be seen.

The great Epstein saga leading nowhere very fast

For well over a week, the doings of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, who took his own life in a New York prison over six years ago, have dominated the news.

Tearing apart the rag trade

Statements by Caputo and Adorni do not come out of nowhere but need to be seen as a continuation of the battle between a libertarian government intent on opening up the economy and an entrenched industrial sector.

Fury after Trump posts video of Obamas as monkeys

White House unrepentant over Trump's post of a video depicting the Obamas as monkeys, rejecting what it called "fake outrage" and saying the video was from an "Internet meme."

Argentina says US agreement ‘consolidates our regional leadership’

Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni and foreign Minister Pablo Quirno outline details of new trade and investment agreement with the United States at press conference; Deal will be sent to Congress for approval, confirms government.

Office of Official Response: The new government account to debunk 'lies' about Milei

Milei launches official account to ‘debunk’ media lies; New Office of Official Response escalates President’s long-running confrontation with journalists and major news outlets

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Stories that caught our eye: January 31 to February 6

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

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'Epstein files' fallout triggers apologies, resignations, probes, questions

Release by US authorities of a new cache of files on late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has caused international fallout involving high profile figures.

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The doors of Toto Caputo’s parallel realities

Disassociation from reality has its impact on the markets and on politics.

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Venezuela amnesty bill excludes gross rights abuses under Chávez, Maduro

Venezuela's National Assembly starts weighing amnesty law; Bill is an initiative by interim president Delcy Rodríguez, who stepped into the shoes of Nicolas Maduro after he was deposed in US military operation one month ago.

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Argentines have snapped up US$26 billion since loosening of currency controls

A more flexible exchange rate has accelerated the dollarisation of savings – net purchases now top US$22.7 billion since easing of currency controls in April last year.

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Argentina signs US trade deal that cuts hundreds of tariffs

US agrees to eliminate over 1,600 reciprocal tariffs on Argentine goods while Milei’s government will terminate more than 220 levies on US products.

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Milei's Argentina inks trade, investment deal with Trump's United States

Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno announces agreement with Washington; US will eliminate tariffs on more than 1,600 products and grant “unprecedented” access for Argentine beef, says government.

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Milei apes Trump with ‘rapid response’ office to counter ‘disinformation’

Milei government launches new 'Official Response Office' to “debunk operations”; Account will “combat disinformation,” says government, and distinguish “facts from narratives.”

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Clothes producers slam economy minister's comments condemning domestic prices

Comments by Economy Minister Luis Caputo and Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni ignite debate over domestic production; Industry leaders warn of factories being closed and people fired due to a model placing local production at risk.

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Epstein files show link to alleged Argentine drug-trafficker ‘Fred’ Machado

Declassified documents indicate disgraced late financier Jeffrey Epstein negotiated aircraft purchases tied to Federico ‘Fred’ Machado.

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US senator asks Bessent to terminate US$20-billion Argentina swap line

US Senator Elizabeth Warren asks for clarification and requests termination of US$20-billion currency swap line with Argentina.

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Argentina to set up base camp in Kansas City for 2026 World Cup

AFA confirms the Albiceleste will be based in Kansas City for the initial stages of the tournament, which will be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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Government denies interference after INDEC chief’s departure

Resignation of Marco Lavagna, head of the INDEC national statistics bureau, puts pressure on government and raises questions over measuring of inflation price hikes.

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Milei pushes dollar loans for all, ending a taboo in Argentina

Government intends to repeal law barring lending of dollars to those who don’t earn in US currency and change Central Bank regulations.

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Argentine court requests Maduro’s extradition from the United States

Court seeks extradition of Venezuela ex-president over crimes against humanity, using principle of universal jurisdiction.

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Argentina is key US partner for rare earth extraction, says Rubio

“Argentina has the capacity in terms of natural resources … not just for the United States, but for the world,” declares US secretary of state.

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Heirs denounce Milei’s controversial transfer of San Martín’s sabre

President Javier Milei’s decision to move the sabre of General José de San Martín to a military regiment sparks debate, indignation and a high-profile resignation.

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Milei’s dilemma: Trading with China while pleasing Trump

Milei previously vowed not do business with China – now he insists that trade ties do not complicate Argentina's alignment with the United States.

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Reidel justifies debt clearance amid nuclear plant graft claims

Head of Nucleoeléctrica Argentina responds to accusations over payment of debt contracted with Banco Macro, indicating that it was cleared with his own funds in a "transparent operation."

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Credit Suisse Nazi probe reveals fresh SS ties, senator says

Investigation into ties between Credit Suisse and Nazi Germany has so far revealed hundreds of accounts with potential links to Nazi-era officials and industrialists.

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Milei eyes labour reform as extraordinary sessions of Congress kick off

Also up for discussion will be bills linked to the Juvenile Penal Code, amending régime for glacier preservation and free-trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union.

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China courts Uruguay as Argentina’s Milei embraces Trump

Uruguay and China signed more than dozen agreements in areas such as investment, trade, and scientific cooperation following Beijing meeting between Yamandú Orsi and Xi Jinping.

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Milei first in line as Argentina launches updated ID card, passport

Newly redesigned documents incorporate a polycarbonate safety chip to prevent forgeries; President Javier Milei first to register for new electronic DNI identification document.

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Early moves to Europe complicate renewal of Argentina's World Cup winning national team

Argentina’s footballers are moving to Europe at ever younger ages – a risky gamble that is complicating renewal of the national side.

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Peru agrees to extradite to Argentina main suspect in triple homicide case

Peruvian government greenlights transfer of Tony 'Pequeño J' Janzen Valverde Victoriano, who will face trial in Argentina for the brutal murder of three young girls in Greater Buenos Aires last September.

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Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s lawyers seek annulment of 'Cuadernos' graft mega-trial

Defence lawyers representing former president request the annulment of the so-called ‘Cuadernos’ corruption mega-trial.

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Firefighters battle blazes in Patagonia, 60,000 hectares destroyed

Hundreds of firefighters continue to battle wildfires that have already devastated more than 60,000 hectares in Patagonia.

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Dante Gebel: Campaigning under the radar and evangelical darts

Pastor is contiuning to raise his profile and build his platform, despite criticism from fellow evangelical leaders.

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Report: Argentina bought US$808 million from US to pay IMF

Argentina buys US$808 million in special drawing rights from the US Treasury to tackle payments at the International Monetary Fund.

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Argentina not looking to tap global debt market, Caputo says

Argentina doesn’t plan to sell bonds in global debt markets, says Economy Minister Luis Caputo.

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Argentina shelves inflation revamp after statistics chief quits

President Milei’s government says it’s holding off on using new methodology to measure inflation, just hours after Argentina’s chief statistician resigned from his post.

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Fires in Patagonia: Flames continue to spread, 50,000 hectares destroyed

Active blazes in Chubut, Río Negro, Neuquén and Santa Cruz; More than 500 firefighters are battling fires exacerbated by strong winds and high temperatures.

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Head of INDEC national statistics bureau resigns post

Economist Marco Lavagna steps down from his role after more than six years at the helm, just days after the implementation of a methodology to manage inflation and unrest at bureau over pay freeze.

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World Health Organisation is being forced to cut jobs after US and Argentina pull funding

Argentina has announced its intention to withdraw from the World Health Organisation, with the exit expected to take effect in February.

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Chile officially backs Michelle Bachelet candidacy for UN top job

Former Chile president officially enters race to become next United Nations secretary-general with backing of Brazil and Mexico.

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Bond buyers scour Americas to bet on nations close to Trump

Money managers at top firms are favouring government bonds from nations such as Ecuador and Argentina, whose leaders have forged close ties with the US administration.

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Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso clinch Grammy, capping off 'Papota' success

Argentine musicians Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso win Grammy for Best Latin Alternative Album for 'Papota.'

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Infant mortality in Argentina ticks up despite long-term downward trend

Argentina has experienced a rise in its child mortality rate for the first time since 2002; Most affected provinces were Corrientes, La Rioja and Chaco, data shows.

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Rafael Grossi defends multilateralism, says UN 'has to show up' in conflict-hit zones

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency and United Nations Secretary General candidate called for the strengthening of multilateral institutions in the face of a world marked by wars and fragmentation.

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Milei plans another US trip to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort

Caution prevails at the Casa Rosada, but President Javier Milei’s name has surfaced as a potential guest at the Hispanic Prosperity Gala 2026 on February 10 in Palm Beach, Florida, at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort.