A multimillion-dollar investment in Artificial Intelligence in Patagonia and the launch of the Stargate Argentina project have been touted as a historic milestone. However, given the current charged electoral and geopolitical context, it is essential to consider not only the promises being made but also the beneficiaries, the underlying objectives, and the regulatory framework governing … Read more
RIGI: Seven projects have been approved for RIGI, totaling over US$13 billion from local and foreign capital. Three operate in the energy sector, two are engaged in lithium mining, and one is part of the steel industry. 1. Projects that have received approval – Southern Energy, a collaboration involving Pan American Energy (PAE), YPF, Pampa … Read more
President Javier Milei’s flagship RIGI incentive scheme for large investors has only imported US$26 million in three projects in one year. Seven actions were approved, 11 pending, and China rejected. One year after receiving Congressional approval and being introduced to much acclaim, one of President Javier Milei’s signature initiatives, the Régimen de Incentivos para Grandes Inversiones incentive scheme for major investments – commonly referred to as RIGI – has yet to gain traction. In the last year, a total of seven initiatives … Read more