Argentina

President Javier Milei's decision to close Argentina's state-owned news agency, Télam, is being met with opposition, as police blockaded its offices, workers plan protests, and critics accuse the government of a severe attack on freedom of expression

President Milei has banned gender-inclusive language in all official documents and public administration

The 24-hour strike led by the La Fraternidad union in Argentina, involving passenger and cargo train operators completely stopping, marks the beginning of a series of worker protests demanding salary increases amid a 254% annual inflation rate

The legislature of the Argentine province of La Rioja is trying to approve the issuance of an alternative currency called "El Chacho", allocating 30% for the payment of state salaries; the proposal has been endorsed by 32 out of 36 legislators

Recent data shows how Argentina closed 2023 with its worst inflation in 32 years, revealing a monthly rate of 25,5% in December and an annual variation of 211,4%, reflecting the impact of a 50% currency devaluation

Argentina has resumed the export of seven previously prohibited beef cuts, including popular choices like asado and vacío, as the decree restricting their international trade, Decree 911/21, expired

Far-right radical, ex TV pundit Javier Milei has been elected as Argentina’s new president, securing the highest number of votes since 1983