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Quirno Leads Foreign Ministry Steering US Relations and Milei’s Cultural Agenda

Pablo Quirno has assumed leadership of the Foreign Ministry, succeeding Gerardo Werthein. The former finance secretary, now Argentina’s chief diplomat, is confronted with two significant challenges: firstly, to protect Argentina’s ties with the United States and to negotiate exceptional tariff and trade agreements that extend beyond the current discussions; secondly, to vigorously advocate for the … Read more

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Bessent’s Argentine peso intervention exceeds $1 billion

The United States allocated a sum significantly surpassing US$1 billion this month for the acquisition of Argentine pesos, as per market estimates, coinciding with the intensification of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s backstop initiative in anticipation of the midterm vote on October 26. The count is still pending verification, yet an anonymous trader estimated the amount … Read more

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Bessent protects Argentine friendly investors’ earnings

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s intervention in Argentina appears to prioritize the interests of his associates over the welfare of the nation, according to allegations made by economist. Numerous hedge funds that have previously collaborated with the Treasury Secretary maintain significant stakes in Argentine bonds, and Washington’s US$20-billion swap package aims to protect their returns. … Read more

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Argentina’s Golden Chance in China’s Sustainable Business Sector

China’s remarkable growth in recent years is well-known; however, the increasing emphasis on sustainability within the country’s investment and development strategies is less acknowledged. In 2012, China integrated the notion of an “ecological civilization” into its National Constitution, establishing environmental protection as a fundamental prerequisite in its development strategies. In September 2020, President Xi Jinping … Read more

Argentines Embrace Crypto Amid Peso Crisis

As President Javier Milei implements stricter currency controls to stabilize the peso in anticipation of midterm elections, individuals such as Ruben López are increasingly resorting to cryptocurrencies as a means of safeguarding their savings. A new strategy entails the utilization of stablecoins — digital tokens linked one-to-one with the US dollar — to capitalize on … Read more

Argentine Bonds and Peso Surge Before Milei’s Key Vote

On Thursday, Argentine bonds witnessed an increase for the second time in the past six sessions, while the peso improved for a second consecutive day in anticipation of the crucial midterm elections that will take place this coming weekend. One cent was added to the value of sovereign notes that mature in 2035, and they … Read more

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JPMorgan and Citi Dive into Argentine FX to Aid US in Stopping Peso Decline

The Argentine peso ended a five-day decline as major financial institutions engaged in the local currency market, coinciding with efforts by the United States government to support its ally Javier Milei in anticipation of an important vote this weekend. Both JPMorgan Chase & Co and Citigroup Inc were engaged in Argentina’s spot market on Wednesday, … Read more

Understanding the US-Argentina Currency Swap

Following multiple rounds of announcements, the currency swap between Argentina and the United States has been officially confirmed by the authorities of both nations. The US$20 billion support line is now accessible to President Javier Milei and Argentina. The decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to allocate a substantial support package to Argentina has been … Read more

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Milei Caught Between US Pressure and China Ties

Despite Argentina’s assertions to the contrary, the bailout from the United States government seems to be contingent upon certain conditions: they are seeking to eliminate China’s presence in Argentina. However, given Argentina’s substantial annual exports to China and the potential for significant infrastructure projects, one must consider whether President Javier Milei would genuinely sever these … Read more

Trump administration supports Milei government.

Milei benefits from new US funding for Argentina, but Trump threat angers

The administration of US President Donald Trump has expressed its backing for Argentina’s President Javier Milei, aiming to enhance his prospects in the upcoming midterm elections – the onus now rests on him to secure victory. Milei, 54, is approaching the final stretch of the campaign trail, buoyed by favorable winds from Washington, even as … Read more