Politics

Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 19:51 UTC
Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego announces herd immunity achieved

The Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego, which technically includes the Falkland Islands and other British Overseas Territories, has achieved herd immunity against COVID-19, Health Minister Carla Vizzotti announced Thursday.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 13:51 UTC
Angela Merkel is leaving and the world loves her

German Chancellor Angela Merkel who will be stepping down following next Sunday's parliamentary election enjoys a strong reputation outside Germany and is more trusted than the main leaders of the world, according to the latest opinion polls' report published by Pew Research Center.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:52 UTC
Argentina makes payment to IMF and strives to stay afloat

While Argentine President Alberto Fernández described his country's situation facing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as “decide” before the United Nations, a US 1,885 million dollar capital payment was made Wednesday to the global organization.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:35 UTC
Uruguayan President Lacalle focuses on human rights and COVID-19 vaccination before the UN

Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou Wednesday told the United Nations' 76th General Assembly that the COVID-19 pandemic has “finally shown and revealed strengths and weaknesses” in the world.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:29 UTC
Argentine President insists on his country's rights regarding Malvinas issue before the UN

Argentine President Alberto Fernández spoke before the United Nations' 76th General Assembly Fernández about his country's “legitimate and imprescriptible sovereignty rights, over the Malvinas Islands, South Georgia, South Sandwich Islands and the surrounding maritime spaces that make up part of the Argentine national territory.”
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:25 UTC
IMF's report on Brazil: performance better than expected; GDP projected to expand 5,3% this year

On September 10, 2021, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation1 with Brazil. Economic performance has been better than expected, in part due to the authorities’ forceful policy response. GDP regained its pre-pandemic level in 2021Q1 and momentum continues to be favourable, supported by booming terms of trade and robust private sector credit growth.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 09:00 UTC
Qantas announces historic nonstop repatriation flight from Buenos Aires

Australia's flag carrier Qantas is planning a historic nonstop repatriation flight from Buenos Aires' Ezeiza airport across the Southern Pole aboard a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, it was announced.
Thursday, September 23rd 2021 - 08:12 UTC
Falkland Islands Government agrees new financial package in support of its heritage

On Wednesday 22 September, the Falkland Islands 'Executive Council, ExCo agreed on the provision of a capital grant of up to £1m and a loan facility of up to £750,000 to support the Falkland Islands Museum & National Trust (FIMNT) to progress the development and construction of the new Lookout Gallery and Exhibition Hall. The package is designed to mitigate ongoing financial pandemic pressures, including the continued absence of international tourism.
Wednesday, September 22nd 2021 - 09:55 UTC
Argentina eases down on most COVID-19 restrictions, gradually reopens borders

In what became Juan Manzur's first appearance as Cabinet Chief, the Government of Argentina Tuesday announced a gradual reopening of its borders as of October 1 as well as other measures lifting COVID-19 restrictions.
Wednesday, September 22nd 2021 - 09:19 UTC
Argentine social organizations stage protest to demand minimum wage rise

Demonstrators from Argentine social organizations convened Tuesday at Buenos Aires' iconic Plaza de Mayo to demand a minimum wage increase, which in their view should be no less than AR $ 70,000 (US $ 378 at the unofficial exchange rate).