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Brazil downgraded its diplomatic relations with Argentina to the chargé d'affaires level and indefinitely postponed the return of its ambassador in Buenos Aires due to remarks by Argentine President Javier Milei against Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Fishing is permitted without a city license at Costanera Norte on Buenos Aires' Río de la Plata shoreline, but a provincial license under Ley 11477 is required in provincial waters. Authorities warn about potential toxicity in catches from the area.

Indigenous groups in Argentina protested in Buenos Aires against a bill that would allow foreign ownership of rural land. The bill, part of a plan to open the country to foreign buyers, has drawn opposition from Indigenous communities.

The defense team of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner has filed a communication with the United Nations Human Rights Committee requesting the suspension of a lifetime ban on public office imposed by Argentine courts. The request was announced by her lawyers in Buenos Aires.

The Brazilian government confirmed that its ambassador to Argentina, Julio Glinternick Bitelli, will return to Buenos Aires after being recalled for consultations, marking the first sign of de-escalation in a major diplomatic crisis between Brazil and Argentina. No specific date for the ambassador's return was provided.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva endorsed President Javier Milei's austerity and reform agenda, stating Argentina is better positioned to meet its debt obligations after years of defaults. This was during her visit to Buenos Aires, the first by an IMF chief in eight years.

Argentine President Javier Milei announced a deal between the National Communications Agency (Enacom) and Starlink to provide satellite internet to 6,000 rural schools lacking reliable connectivity. The announcement occurred during an event in Buenos Aires.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised Argentina's improved position to meet debt obligations under President Javier Milei during a visit to Buenos Aires. She commended Milei's austerity policies as a factor in this improved standing.

Brazil recalled its ambassador from Buenos Aires after Javier Milei insulted President Lula during an event in São Paulo, escalating tensions between the two nations.

Brazil recalled its ambassador in Buenos Aires, Julio Bitelli, and summoned Argentina's ambassador in Brasília, Daniel Raimondi, following a speech by Argentine President Javier Milei in São Paulo that formalized Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy. The actions mark the worst diplomatic crisis between Brazil and Argentina in years.

H&M will open its first store in Argentina in 2027 at Buenos Aires’s Alto Palermo through franchise partner Hola Moda. The development is described as an 'early trophy for Milei’s market opening.'

Buenos Aires remains the top city in Latin America for university life, but declining affordability is affecting international students' budgets and family relocations. The Argentine capital's position is highlighted in a report by The Rio Times.

Cathay Pacific Airways will expand its network by adding four Latin American destinations—Fortaleza and Recife in Brazil, Buenos Aires in Argentina, and Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic—via code-share flights with Iberia from Madrid. The airline will also increase non-stop flights from Hong Kong to Madrid from four weekly to daily starting on an unspecified date.

Argentine power generator YPF Luz has filed a preliminary prospectus with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a potential initial public offering of shares, which would list simultaneously on the New York Stock Exchange and on Bolsas y Mercados Argentinos (BYMA) in Buenos Aires.

Argentina is exploring a third political path as the influence of Javier Milei diminishes. Milei participated in an opening session at the National Congress in Buenos Aires on March 1.

Argentina's foreign ministry is considering a formal statement following the transit of the Royal Navy patrol vessel HMS Medway, which sailed from the Falklands to the Chilean port of Punta Arenas. Buenos Aires and London offer conflicting accounts of the episode.

Koby Conrad moved from San Francisco to Buenos Aires to build a family, citing lower costs, cultural richness, and a safer environment compared to the high-pressure startup scene. He founded Sunflower, an AI sobriety companion, and expressed satisfaction with the lifestyle shift despite concerns about staying ahead in a fast-moving world.

British label Fred Perry is expanding to Chile and Argentina next year, opening a Santiago mall store and a Buenos Aires street shop through a local retail group.

Carry traders are shifting their focus from the US dollar to emerging-market currencies. The article mentions exchange rates between the US dollar and Brazilian real in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and notes Economy Minister Luis Caputo's efforts to finalize US financial support for Argentina.

Genneia, an Argentine company, has filed for the first Argentine IPO in the US since 2019. Argentina's economy showed strong second-half growth in 2022 as it recovered from a recession and anticipates an IMF deal.

The Argentina Rural Exhibition, the country's largest annual farm fair, opens in Buenos Aires on July sixteen. President Milei will close the event.

Argentina’s wholesale dollar reached 1,471 pesos on June 23, its strongest level since January. The official exchange rate rose 4.5% in June 2026, outpacing expected inflation for the first time that month. Parallel and financial rates remain higher than the official rate.

Air Europa, Spain’s third-largest airline, is accelerating its expansion in Argentina due to high demand on its Buenos Aires to Madrid route (90% full) and exploring new connections to Mendoza, Rosario, and another Argentine city. The move coincides with the impact of Open Skies policies.

Justin Heiter won the salesperson of the year award at his corporate sales job but left after four years using FIRE principles to save and quit, moving to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he now writes novels and gives tours.

Mercuria has agreed to a $1.4 billion deal to acquire Raizen Argentina's fuel assets. The Raizen Dock Sud oil refinery in Buenos Aires is mentioned in the article.

Mass rallies in Argentina protest the killing of 14-year-old Agostina Vega in Cordoba, fueling renewed demands for government action against gender-based violence and intensifying criticism of President Javier Milei.

The killing of 14-year-old Agostina Vega in Cordoba has reignited nationwide protests in Argentina under the 'Ni Una Menos' movement, sparking outrage over government inaction on gender-based violence. President Javier Milei faces criticism for dismissing feminist efforts and cutting funding for gender violence programs, while advocates argue femicide cases are underreported.

Billionaire investor Peter Thiel moved his family to Buenos Aires, Argentina, to avoid high taxes, political turmoil, and potential catastrophes like nuclear war and an AI meltdown.

The IMF has approved approximately $1 billion in disbursement for Argentina, marking a significant victory for President Javier Milei's administration. This comes as Argentina's inflation slowed for the first time in 11 months, despite previous price increases caused by March's Iran-related oil shock.

Argentina's Central Bank has increased foreign reserves, which poses a risk of reigniting inflation in the country. The surge in reserves could potentially undermine recent efforts to control inflation through monetary policy measures.

Hundreds of protesters marched in Buenos Aires to oppose President Javier Milei's austerity measures and cuts to healthcare funding. The demonstration reflects growing public discontent with the government's fiscal policies that are affecting essential services.

Economists are doubting Javier Milei's green shoots in weary Argentina. Milei spoke during an opening session of the National Congress in Buenos Aires. The country's economic situation is being closely watched.

Argentina's president Javier Milei delivered the annual state of the nation address, dedicating it to insults towards his opponents. This comes after a series of legislative victories. Fitch upgraded Argentina due to Milei's economic overhaul.

London and East Anglia in the UK are expected to reach 27°C on Friday, making parts of the country hotter than Sydney, Buenos Aires, Tunis, and Honolulu. The Met Office confirmed this as the warmest day of the year so far in the UK.

A Colombian suspect accused of organizing the murder of presidential candidate Miguel Uribe was arrested in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Authorities confirmed the capture, which relates to the killing of a prominent political figure.

Argentina is negotiating a $2 billion loan backed by the World Bank, with the National Congress in Buenos Aires involved in the discussions. The loan aims to address economic challenges, supported by international financial institutions.

Argentina has modified its foreign exchange regulations following a significant increase in the cost of obtaining dollars. The changes aim to address the rising expenses associated with currency conversion, impacting economic operations in the country.