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Alberto Fernández looks to relaunch term in speech to Congress

26-02-2020 13:41 President expected to discuss IMF support, abortion, and judicial reform in his upcoming speech to lawmakers, which will mark opening of congressional sessions.

Colectivo chaos

38 bus routes affected by 24-hour UTA dissident strike

11-02-2020 12:52 Dissident faction of transport-workers union makes move against UTA leader Roberto Fernández, as it decries falling purchasing power.

Delaying Debt

Fidelity wins big on Buenos Aires bond payment

05-02-2020 12:25 Buenos Aires Province avoids immediate default by agreeing to use money from its coffers to make a principal debt payment, Kicillof says.

DEATH OF ALBERTO NISMAN

Rabbani, Iranian accused in AMIA bombing probe, wades into Nisman debate

10-01-2020 16:48 Moshen Rabbani, former cultural attaché to Islamic Republic's Embassy in Buenos Aires, suggests AMIA special prosecutor was murdered and denies claims he masterminded AMIA bombing.

INTELLIGENCE SERVICES

Fernández taps Caamaño to lead overhaul of AFI intelligence agency

20-12-2019 13:35 Cristina Caamaño looks set to leader the overhaul of much-criticised intelligence agency, which the new president painted as a threat to democracy during his inaugural speech to the nation.

Bloomberg

New tax hike is nightmare come true for Argentina's farmers

17-12-2019 16:55 As the new government continues to roll out tax hikes, powerful agricultural producers are showing both concern and anger.

NEW ERA IN ARGENTINA

Fernández administration to send recovery package to Congress

16-12-2019 15:21 Legislative package includes, among other measures, a 30 percent surcharge on 'tourist dollar,' increased taxes on exports and plans to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, according to government.

Bloomberg

No date set for Argentine debt talks, IMF spokesman says

12-12-2019 17:05 Argentina’s record bailout from the fund has been on hold for months, and even after President Alberto Fernández took office on Tuesday, it’s unclear when it might move forward.

Transition 2019

D-day arrives for Alberto Fernández as he takes office in Argentina

10-12-2019 10:33 Once low-profile politician assumes the presidency Tuesday with Cristina Fernández de Kirchner as his vice-president – a fact almost unthinkable a decade ago.

CADENA NACIONAL

Macri: Argentina is ‘better off than it was four years ago’

06-12-2019 00:24 In his final address to the nation as president, outgoing leader reflects on four years in office and pitches himself as the future leader of the opposition.

Transition of Power

Pino Solanas: 'None of Argentina's biggest problems will be fixed in four years'

03-12-2019 07:00 Newly confirmed ambassador to UNESCO speaks about his new role, the Frente de Todos coalition and the most urgent needs of Argentina.

by Mariano Beldyk

DEBT DEFAULT?

IMF waits for 'sustainable' plan as Fernández faces debt dilemma

19-11-2019 16:18 Director General Kristalina Georgieva continues to articulate optimism about working together with Argentina's incoming government, but she admits she'd "like to know more" about its plans.

Bolivia Election Crisis

Fernández implores Bolivia to return to democracy 'as soon as possible'

11-11-2019 09:56 Looking for a return to stability in the neighbouring nation, the president-elect also reached out to Mauricio Macri with a request for collaboration

FOREIGN POLICY

Alberto Fernández discusses IMF debt with Trump adviser

07-11-2019 12:02 President-elect reportedly tells US official he will honour IMF debt and wants to work together with Trump, despite differences on other issues.

WASHINGTON CALLING

Trump phones Fernández: 'Your victory has been talked of around the world'

01-11-2019 18:11 After five days of silence, the United States president congratulates his new Argentine counterpart. The IMF deal and future cooperation were discussed. “We need to do things together,” Fernandez tells Trump.

CHANGE AT THE TREASURY

Peso stability a priority, declares new Finance Minister Hernán Lacunza

20-08-2019 13:46 "Guaranteeing the exchange rate is a first-order objective," says Lacunza, who also promises that Argentina would keep 2019 fiscal targets set in alignment with IMF.