Tag: political tension

• Monday, April 1st 2019 - 09:58 UTC

  A preview of Argentina's presidential campaign: “Macri, you son of a b...”

  

  Contrasting and controversial political ads for the Argentine presidential election next October have emerged allegedly launched by Mauricio Macri's advisory team, and they have caused quite a surprise when not a stir. The idea is to promote public works and investments undertaken by the Macri administration despite the virulent criticism of current policies.

• Saturday, March 30th 2019 - 08:02 UTC

  Brazil central bank cautious as outside shocks and domestic political tension mount

  

  Brazil’s central bank will take its time analyzing the economic impact from an increasing number of shocks from abroad and rising political tension at home that appear to be slowing the government’s reform process, its president said.