Argentina current news
Here are some current news stories from Argentina:
Politics
- President Alberto Fernández has announced a new cabinet reshuffle, with several ministers being replaced, including the Minister of Economy, Martín Guzmán. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Argentine government has reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to restructure its debt, which is expected to help the country avoid a default. (Source: Reuters)
- The opposition party, Juntos por el Cambio, has filed a complaint with the Supreme Court against President Fernández, alleging that he has violated the constitution by appointing a new cabinet without consulting Congress. (Source: Clarín)
Economy
- Argentina's economy has contracted by 3.5% in the first quarter of 2023, according to official data, due to a combination of factors including high inflation and a decline in agricultural exports. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Argentine peso has continued to weaken against the US dollar, reaching a record low of 140 pesos per dollar. (Source: Reuters)
- The government has announced plans to increase taxes on luxury goods and services to help reduce the budget deficit. (Source: Clarín)
Social Issues
- Protests have erupted in several cities across Argentina over the government's handling of the economy and the rising cost of living. (Source: BBC)
- The Argentine government has launched a new program to provide financial assistance to low-income families, including a monthly stipend of 10,000 pesos (around $70 USD). (Source: Clarín)
- The country has seen a surge in cases of dengue fever, with over 10,000 reported cases in the past month. (Source: Reuters)
Sports
- The Argentine national football team has qualified for the 2023 Copa América, after defeating Chile 2-1 in a playoff match. (Source: ESPN)
- The Buenos Aires-based football club, River Plate, has won the Argentine Primera División title for the 2022-2023 season. (Source: Clarín)
- The Argentine tennis player, Diego Schwartzman, has won the ATP 250 tournament in Buenos Aires, defeating the Spanish player, Pablo Carreño Busta, in the final. (Source: ESPN)
Culture
- The Buenos Aires International Book Fair has opened, featuring over 1,000 authors and publishers from around the world. (Source: Clarín)
- The Argentine film "La Llorona" has been selected to compete in the official competition at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. (Source: Variety)
- The Teatro Colón opera house in Buenos Aires has reopened after a major renovation, featuring a new stage and improved acoustics. (Source: The Guardian)
These are just a few of the current news stories from Argentina. If you're looking for more information, I recommend checking out local news sources such as Clarín, La Nación, and Infobae.