News of argentina elections

Trump's green-bashing and Europe's right put climate goals at risk

27-02-2024 11:58 Politicians are vowing to roll back green policies and downplaying climate change ahead of key elections on both sides of the Atlantic, casting doubt on whether countries can maintain momentum in the transition away from fossil fuels.

Milei’s ‘no money’ slogan put to the test – but is there patience?

22-02-2024 16:46 Enthusiasm abroad for Javier Milei's presidential project is not matched by growing unrest on the streets of Buenos Aires.

Milei’s vision seduces young Argentine voters

14-10-2023 12:24 Libertarian presidential candidate is the bookies’ favourite to win the October 22 election, but just a few months ago, he was seen as the outsider. Riding a wave of anger and frustration, Javier Milei is being pushed to the Presidency by a core of young voters who are demanding change in Argentina.

by Justin Martinez

Presidential candidates prepare for final chance to make case to voters

05-10-2023 19:09 Five presidential candidates prepare for a final showdown at UBA Law Faculty, just two weeks before go to the polls.

by Michael Soltys

Opposition looks inland, boosted by triumph in Santa Fe

11-09-2023 15:48 Juntos por el Cambio’s electoral hopes given boost as Maximiliano Pullaro wins race to be next governor of Santa Fe Province; Patricia Bullrich looks to regain ground against Javier Milei in inland provinces.

PASO primaries: Final count narrows gap between Milei, Bullrich, Massa

01-09-2023 15:30 Election authorities issue final vote count from August 13 primaries; Difference between top three coalitions trimmed to just 2.58 points; La Libertad Avanza on 29.86%, Juntos por el Cambio on 28% and Unión por la Patria on 27.27%.

One outsider and two from the 'caste' – Argentina’s presidential race

14-08-2023 00:18 Argentina's race for the presidency now down to three leading candidates – an anti-establishment libertarian outsider and two politicians from the main coalitions.

Outsider Milei leads Argentina’s primary with strong showing

13-08-2023 23:05 Libertarian lawmaker Javier Milei leads crucial primary vote with stronger-than-expected performance that upends presidential race, increasing uncertainty ahead of October election.

Argentina’s companies rush to raise dollars before election volatility

20-07-2023 14:29 Argentine companies are seizing the opportunity to refinance their debt at near-zero interest rates as investors brace for financial volatility and potential currency devaluation ahead of key primary elections.

The elections according to Saint John

08-07-2023 06:59 San Juan is not an especially attractive city for tourists but it does have an uncanny knack for being a venue for key turning-points in Argentine political history.

by Michael Soltys

Opposition outperforms Capitanich in Chaco PASO primaries

19-06-2023 18:19 Juntos por el Cambio’s candidates claim a five-point lead over Jorge Capitanich's ruling party in Chaco Province PASO primaries.

Ring discovery boosts investigation into Cecilia Strzyzowski's disappearance

19-06-2023 17:33 Investigators probing the suspected femicide of Cecilia Strzyzowski have revealed they have discovered what they believe to be the missing woman’s engagement ring. 

Suspected femicide rocks Chaco in build-up to primary

15-06-2023 21:10 Protests in Resistencia call for justice for Cecilia Strzyzowski, 28, missing since June 1; Her former husband, scion of a powerful political family, is among seven being detained in custody.

Ruling coalition changes name as election alliances defined

15-06-2023 20:48 Seven electoral alliances will compete in the Open, Simultaneous and Compulsory Primary Elections (PASO primaries) on August 13 – Frente de Todos change their name to Unión por la Patria but Juntos por el Cambio stay on brand.

Patricia Bullrich: ‘I’m carrying out a campaign of truth’

26-05-2023 17:00 Presidential hopeful and former security minister on having the character to lead, the challenges facing Argentina and how she wants to change the country.

by Jorge Fontevecchia

Politics in a labyrinth

20-05-2023 07:00 Cristina’s political renouncement was nothing more than the acknowledgement that winning a presidential election was statistically impossible and would cause more harm than good for her political cause.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Manzur withdraws Tucumán candidacy after Supreme Court ruling

12-05-2023 09:03 Ex-Cabinet chief governor announces he will no longer run as lieutenant governor for northern province, with provincial Interior Minister Miguel Acevedo set to replace him as Osvaldo Jaldo’s running-mate.

Government’s row with Supreme Court hits new heights

11-05-2023 23:36 Explosive reaction to ruling suspending gubernatorial elections in San Juan and Tucumán; President Alberto Fernández accuses justices of targeting Peronist candidates.

Kicillof on re-election: ‘It would be the natural thing to do’

04-05-2023 16:59 Buenos Aires Province aiming to secure second term in this election and disassociates himself from rumours he may be asked to launch a presidential pre-candidacy.

Eight provincial elections to watch with national impact

04-05-2023 00:23 The first two weekends of May come with several provincial elections in which Argentina’s two main coalitions (Frente de Todos and Juntos por el Cambio) can take the temperature of the hinterland. This Sunday will see gubernatorial elections in Jujuy, Misiones and La Rioja, followed by Tucumán, San Juan, Salta, La Pampa and Tierra del Fuego the next Sunday. In all cases the incumbent governments, whether belonging to one of the two main coalitions or provincial parties are tipped as favourites.