ANALYSING ARGENTINA Milei, Reagan and the 20% enemy rule 21-12-2024 05:07 President Milei seems to be inverting Ronald Reagan’s equation – as in, disagree 20 percent of the time with me, and you are 80 percent my enemy. by Marcelo J. García
ECONOMIC POLICY Milei, Caputo increasing bullish as they outline new IMF deal timeline 19-12-2024 09:50 Argentina eyes fresh accord with the International Monetary Fund in the first third of next year, with President Milei confident of strong support, both at the Fund and on trade, from incoming US president Donald Trump.
DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN POLICY Milei expects to attend Trump’s inauguration as US president 16-12-2024 08:00 President Javier Milei is expected to attend US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration in Washington DC on January 20.
DIPLOMACY Trump names Peter Lamelas as next US ambassador to Argentina 13-12-2024 14:13 Cuba-born doctor and Republican donor, who recently met President Javier Milei at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, says appointment is “incredible honour.”
Trump BRICS Trump weaponizing dollar seen as needless BRICS provocation 02-12-2024 12:43 Trump puts pressure on BRICS, in an attempt to have countries around the world stay anchored to the US dollar-based financial system.
Hunter Biden Pardon Biden pardons son Hunter in final weeks of US presidency 02-12-2024 12:11 Biden on Sunday issued an official pardon for his son Hunter, who is facing sentencing for two criminal cases related to tax evasion and the purchase of a firearm.
BEYOND THE HEADLINES The protectionist racket 30-11-2024 05:37 While Donald Trump and Javier Milei might be a mutual admiration society, they are moving in opposite directions on protectionism. by Michael Soltys
WAR IN UKRAINE Ukraine parliament cancels session over threat of Russian attack 22-11-2024 10:31 The Kremlin on Friday said it was in "no doubt" that Washington had understood the warning from President Vladimir Putin following Russia's strike on Ukraine with a missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
International Criminal Court International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, Deif 21-11-2024 14:30 Hague court issues arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 Trump, the elected autocrat 21-11-2024 09:51 The countdown to Trump's return to the White House represents an inflection point that the United States has never seen before. by David Smith
BLOOMBERG - ANALYSIS Javier Milei is giddy about Trump and his own accomplishments 18-11-2024 17:23 Almost one year into office, Javier Milei is, to the shock of pundits, having a moment. Not only does he have an ally back in the White House but on the economic front, he’s been racking up the victories.
BEYOND THE HEADLINES Juan Donaldo moving from Pink to White House? 16-11-2024 05:59 Javier Milei might be The Donald’s “favourite president” yet Trump’s campaign rhetoric would seem to be on a collision course with the Argentine’s track record after almost a year in office. by Michael Soltys
As I see it Milei books a seat on the Trump express 16-11-2024 05:52 Though Milei expects Trump to lend him a helping hand on the financial front, he must be worried by his determination to surround the US with sky-high protectionist walls. by James Neilson
Analysing Argentina Milei, in the best of all possible worlds 16-11-2024 05:00 Everywhere he looks, Javier Milei sees good news, which he takes as confirmation that he has chosen the right path. by Marcelo J. García
MILEI IN AMERICA Milei hails Trump win as 'greatest political comeback in history' 15-11-2024 10:56 President Milei hails Trump's victory in US election as the "greatest political comeback in history," as he looks to align himself further with incoming administration.
ENVIRONMENT Argentina considering Paris climate pact exit, reports NYT 15-11-2024 10:07 Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein says Argentina is “re-evaluating our strategy on all matters related to climate change."
MILEI IN AMERICA President Milei praises Trump at Mar-a-Lago event 15-11-2024 09:52 President Javier Milei congratulates Donald Trump for his electoral victory, a win he says shows the world that "the winds of freedom are blowing much stronger."
WORLD Sombre swan song for Biden in South America 14-11-2024 20:41 President Joe Biden embarked on a sombre farewell tour of South America Thursday, a trip overshadowed by Donald Trump's US election win.
US-ARGENTINA RELATIONS Trump: Milei’s friend in the North? 14-11-2024 15:57 Javier Milei wants to establish a close link with the US president-elect. A look at the relationship between Donald Trump, Argentina's president and the envoys working to strengthen ties. by Juan Luis González
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Milei visits Trump’s home turf eyeing free-trade deal with US 14-11-2024 15:36 President travels to Florida to attend CPAC forum at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort; Milei seeks US-Argentina free-trade deal, cooperation on intelligence, introduction of “League of Conservative Nations.”
Trade tensions Lula’s embrace of Xi sets up a clash over Trump’s China policy 14-11-2024 12:37 Brazil’s President Lula is advancing a strategic partnership with China, pursuing infrastructure projects to boost Brazil’s economic ties with Asia, despite the risks of upsetting their other largest trade partner: the United States.
UNITED STATES POLITICS 'First Buddy': Musk takes unusual star role with Trump 13-11-2024 23:09 Elon Musk became a key ally to Donald Trump during his presidential campaign, reportedly spending over US$100 million to help the Republican win.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 'Welcome back': Trump, Biden shake hands at White House 13-11-2024 16:57 US President Joe Biden hosts his soon-to-be successor (and predecessor) Donald Trump at the White House as duo promise a smooth transition of power.
BILATERAL TIES Milei talks with Trump, says US is ‘copying' Argentina's 'model’ 12-11-2024 18:31 Javier Milei speaks with US president-elect Donald Trump, who reportedly describes Argentine leader as “his favourite president”; La Libertad Avanza leader will travel to Republican’s Florida resort on Thursday to attend CPAC forum.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei names Alejandro Oxenford as Argentina's new US ambassador 12-11-2024 11:06 Tech entrepreneur 'Alec' Oxenford will represent Argentina in Washington; New ambassador to the United States, a keen art collector and co-founder of two unicorn start-ups, will play crucial role in relationship with incoming Trump administration.
As I see it Post-electoral Democrat blues 09-11-2024 07:36 If Democrats were wise, they would understand that it was due to their incompetence, combined with highhandedness, that Trump came roaring back. by James Neilson
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Move over Javi, the Big Boss is back 09-11-2024 06:24 The return of Donald Trump, the undisputed 'top dog' of the new right, will consolidate a global movement that, up until now, appeared to be somewhat disjointed. by Agustino Fontevecchia
US ELECTION 2024 – ANALYSIS MAGAlomaniac – no Camelot for Kamala 09-11-2024 06:13 Milei does not seem to care a hoot about Trump being politically incorrect but he should worry more about his being fiscally incorrect. by Michael Soltys
United States Elections 2024 Shock ‘n awe 09-11-2024 06:07 The question now becomes how Trump will use the clear mandate he has won. The fears are obvious. by David Smith
Editorial Trump card, or joker? 09-11-2024 06:06 Milei is entitled to celebrate the convincing Republican win as a supreme booster for a global trend towards the far right but would be rather less accurate if he hailed it as an advance of his libertarian crusade against the deep state.
ANALYSING ARGENTINA Welcome to the New Political Order 09-11-2024 06:01 Trump’s victory and the Brexit referendum in 2016 marked the first significant political manifestations of a change of order. Trump’s impressive comeback this week appears to solidify it further. The next question is where President Javier Milei fits into this puzzle. by Marcelo J. García
ypf nationalisation case Burford open to Argentine bonds for US$16-billion judgement 08-11-2024 19:36 Burford Capital, which won a US$16-billion judgement against Argentina over its nationalisation of energy firm YPF SA more than a decade ago are open to receiving payment in bonds instead of cash.
Foreign relations & diplomacy Milei to travel to US next week for meeting with Trump 08-11-2024 09:14 Argentina’s President set for seventh visit to United States in a year; Milei will take part in CPAC forum, which will be hosted at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.
ANALYSIS Trump rides global wave of anti-incumbency 08-11-2024 00:24 Anti-incumbency fervour has swept not just the United States but other major democracies, battering both the left and the right.
COURT WOES US intervenes in YPF nationalisation court case 07-11-2024 20:43 United States asks judge to reject ‘vulture fund’ lawsuit seeking to seize YPF assets; Burford and Eton Capital funds are demanding company assets to guarantee payment on ruling obliging the state to pay US$16 billion for the expropriation of state energy firm.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 Biden's legacy in ruins after Trump’s triumph over Harris 07-11-2024 20:32 Joe Biden hoped Kamala Harris would salvage his legacy as the man who saved America from Donald Trump. Instead, it lies in tatters.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 Trump wins US election in extraordinary comeback 07-11-2024 20:18 In less than four years, Trump managed an astounding political recovery that seemed unlikely when he left office on January 20, 2021, skipping Biden’s inauguration and under a cloud over the attack on the Capitol.
POLITICS & DIPLOMACY Wanted: Republican-friendly name for post in Washington 07-11-2024 14:11 Reacting to Donald Trump’s victory in Tuesday’s US election, President Javier Milei’s government is on the search for Gerardo Werthein's successor as ambassador to the United States. Top of the wishlist? An individual with good ties to the Republican party.
BUSINESS & INVESTMENT Trump and Argentina – Business leaders hope political affinity will pay off 07-11-2024 00:25 Despite uncertainty about the overhaul of the United States economy and its impact on domestic business, business leaders hope election of Republican leader will lead to commercial resurgence. by Ariel Maciel
ECONOMIC REPERCUSSIONS Dollars, IMF, cepo – Economy Ministry’s expectations after Trump triumph 06-11-2024 23:59 The government is betting on ideological overlap between Milei and Trump helping Argentina to obtain the financing required to face the need for dollars. by Ezequiel Orlando
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 Harris gives defiant concession speech after stunning Trump win 06-11-2024 20:20 Donald Trump's crushing presidential victory heralded a new era of upheaval for the United States and the world Wednesday, as defeated Democrat Kamala Harris gave a defiant concession speech, while promising to help his transition.
WORLD Trump return sows new uncertainty for stunned global leaders 06-11-2024 17:16 The world digested the return of Donald Trump to the White House with a sense of shock and trepidation. In Argentina, an ecstatic Milei sent congratulatory text messages to billionaire Elon Musk.
LOCAL REACTION Argentina’s right celebrates Trump’s victory in US election 06-11-2024 15:39 Figures from Mauricio Macri’s PRO party celebrate Republican leader’s win in US presidential election as Milei government officials revel in news.
FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY Argentina to withdraw military officers from UN’s South Lebanon mission 06-11-2024 13:40 Decision, which became known during departure of ex-foreign minister Diana Mondino, underlines President Javier Milei’s alignment with the Israeli government.
LOCAL REACTION Macri, Scioli send congratulations to victorious Trump 06-11-2024 12:47 Former president Mauricio Macri and ex-Buenos Aires Province Governor Daniel Scioli send good wishes to US president-elect Donald Trump.
CRYPTOCURRENCIES ‘A new American renaissance:’ Crypto celebrates Trump’s return 06-11-2024 11:17 Vast amounts of money crypto advocates poured into the US elections yielded huge dividends.
United States Elections 2024 Trump victory to bring unrestrained 'America First' to world 06-11-2024 09:59 Donald Trump’s return to the White House signals a shift in US foreign policy, bringing rapid changes in Ukraine, Iran, and Israel, along with revived tensions with NATO allies.
United States Elections 2024 Dollar soars, stocks rally as Trump wins US election 06-11-2024 08:36 Bitcoin struck a record high as Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the 2024 US presidential election. The dollar surged and stocks rallied, analysts say Trump's presidency could rekindle inflation.
United States Elections 2024 Kamala Harris defeated: United States faces wait for first woman president 06-11-2024 08:26 Like Hillary Clinton in 2016, Kamala Harris had a shot at becoming the first woman to occupy the Oval Office but stumbled at the final hurdle.
UNITED STATES ELECTION 2024 Milei congratulates Trump for 'formidable election victory' over Harris 06-11-2024 08:15 President Javier Milei congratulates Donald Trump after the Republican leader's stunning US election victory over rival Kamala Harris.