Macri’s Failure Returns Peronists to Power in Argentina
The conservative’s gradualist approach to reform convinced neither investors nor voters.
Argentina
No Shock Therapy: Macri Takes Gradual Approach to Reform
The Argentinian president knows he can’t afford to ruffle too many feathers.
Argentina’s Right Gets Close to Unseating Peronists
For the first time in decades, a conservative may be elected president of Argentina.
Britain to Boost Falklands Defenses, Argentina Eyes Russia
Britain will spend more to defend the Falklands as Argentina seeks military support from Russia.
Kirchner’s Successor Likely to Be More Business-Friendly
Whoever succeeds the Argentinian president is likely to pursue a less interventionist economic agenda.
To Halt Decline, Argentina Needs to Shake Off Perón’s Legacy
Argentinians must learn that autarkic and redistributive policies are the problem, not the solution.
Argentina Might Lead Wave of Resource Nationalism
Other countries could be inspired by Argentina’s expropriation of an oil firm.
Falklanders Defy Argentina, Vote to Remain British
Residents of the Falkland Islands near Argentina vote in a referendum to remain a British territory.
Increasingly Authoritarian Kirchner Draws Mass Protests
Argentinians are fed up with their president’s gross economic mismanagement.
Argentina Inflation Skyrockets, Kirchner’s Popularity Slumps
Voters blame their president for rising inflation and a slowdown in economic growth.
Kirchner, Obama Punish Industry for Rising Fuel Costs
The presidents of Argentina and the United States announce measures to penalize the oil industry.
Argentina’s Claim to Falklands a Travesty
Britain can relinquish the Falklands when a majority of Argentinians returns to Spain.
Peru Displays “Latin American Solidarity,” Britain Shrugs
Peru sends away a British frigate to show support for Argentina’s claim to the Falkland Islands.
Kirchner’s Popularity Drops as Economy Slows Down
Is her protectionist economic policy finally catching up with Argentina’s tough talking president?
Latin America, Riding the Commodity Boom
Even South American nations that are hostile to freer trade are witnessing economic expansion thanks to globalization.