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IMF approves second review of Argentina debt relief deal worth $3.9 bn

Technical staff of the International Monetary Fund approved the second review of the organization's debt relief agreement with Argentina, paving the way for the country to access some $3.9 billion

Man detained after pointing gun at Argentine VP Cristina Fernndez

A man was detained on Thursday night after he reportedly aimed a handgun at point-blank range toward Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernndez in what government ministers characterised as an assassination attempt. The man, who had not been identified, was detained seconds into the incident. Video from the scene broadcast on local television channels shows Fernndez exiting her vehicle surrounded by supporters outside her home when a man can be seen extending his hand with what looks like a pistol and the vice president ducks. Supporters surrounding the person appear shocked at what is happening amid the commotion in the Recoleta neighbourhood of Argentina's capital. "A person who was identified by those who were close to him who had a gun was detained by (the vice president's) security personnel. They set him aside, found the weapon, and now it must be analyzed, Security Minister Anbal Fernndez told local cable news channel C5N. The minister said he wanted to be careful in provid

India acknowledges Argentina's interest in Tejas fighter aircraft

India acknowledged Argentina's interest in the made-in-India Tejas fighter aircraft for the Argentine Air Force

Argentina affirms its support to India for upcoming G20 Presidency

Argentina affirmed its support for India's upcoming G20 Presidency, including for furthering the development agenda of the Global South in the G20

Jaishankar holds talks with Argentine president; discusses trade ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called on Argentine President Alberto Fernandez and discussed measures for making trade ties more sustainable and ambitious as well as the potential for bilateral cooperation in defence and nuclear energy. Jaishankar, who arrived here on Thursday the final leg of his maiden official visit to three Latin American countries, also met Economy Minister Sergio Massa and exchanged views on economic cooperation. "Glad to meet @SergioMassa, Minister of Economy of Argentina. Appreciate his positive outlook towards expanding our economic cooperation," Jaishankar tweeted. After meeting Argentine President Fernndez, Jaishankar said, "Thank President @alferdez for receiving me. Conveyed the greetings of PM @narendramodi." They discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, including making trade levels more sustainable and ambitious. They also exchange views on energy and food security, "both from the perspective of the global south and our bilateral

FIFA agrees to cancel World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina

Both Brazil and Argentina agreed to pay a fine for not playing the qualifier

Argentine economy minister resigns amid peso's fall, diesel shortage

Martin Guzman announced on Twitter that he had sent a multi-page resignation letter to President Alberto Fernandez

Ukraine Prez Zelenskyy talks to Argentina, Chile presidents, seeks support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pressed on with his campaign to obtain support from Latin America with calls Friday to the leaders of Argentina and Chile

Iran, Argentina apply to join BRICS bloc after recent summit: Report

Ahead of the summit, Saudi Arabia too expressed interest to join the grouping, according to reports

PM Modi, Argentinian Prez Fernandez review full range of bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Argentinian President Alberto Fernandez here on the sidelines of the G7 Summit on Sunday and reviewed the full range of the bilateral ties

Inflation spirals: How are Sri Lanka, Turkey and Argentina dealing with it?

Inflation is a headache in India but a life-threatening disease in Sri Lanka, Argentina, and Turkey. Here is how their central banks are battling the necessary evil

Oil shock devastates poorer countries as shortages, protests mount

Sri Lanka, Laos, Nigeria and Argentina are among emerging economies in Asia, Africa and Latin America that have seen long queues at some filling stations in the past weeks because of fuel shortages

Lionel Messi stars as Argentina dominate Italy to win Finalissima

Lautaro Martinez, Angel Di Maria and Paulo Dybala struck as South American champions Argentina proved to be an irresistible force in the inaugural Finalissima against Italy

Argentina confirms first case of monkeypox in man who came from Spain

Argentina has confirmed its first case of monkeypox in a man who arrived from Spain, the Health Ministry said

Brazil, Argentina must play World Cup qualifier after losing appeals: FIFA

During the qualifying program for the World Cup, Brazilian health officials came onto the field minutes after kickoff last September to dispute the quarantine status of some Argentina players

India urges Argentina to do away with export duty on sunflower oil

In return, New Delhi is offering import duty concession on edible oil

Jaishankar-Argentine foreign minister talks focus on defence, atomic energy

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held "productive" talks with his visiting Argentine counterpart Santiago Cafiero, focusing on bilateral cooperation in areas like defence and atomic energy. Cafiero is on a visit to India primarily to participate in the three-day Raisina Dialogue, India's premier foreign policy and geo-economics conference. The dialogue begins on Monday. "A productive meeting with FM @SantiagoCafiero of Argentina on his first visit to India," Jaishankar said on Twitter. "Discussed expanding our bilateral trade and cooperating in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, electronics, e-mobility, defence & atomic energy. Will work closely in G20 and multilateral forums," he said. Separately, the external affairs minister also held talks with Teddy Locsin Jr, the Foreign Affairs Secretary of the Philippines. "Warmly welcomed Secretary Foreign Affairs of Philippines @teddyboylocsin. Appreciated his insights and perspectives on Indo-Pacific, Europe, Myanmar, Ukraine

IMF approves $44 bn extended arrangement for Argentina to tackle inflation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board approved a $44 billion extended arrangement for Argentina to strengthen the country's debt sustainability and tackle high inflation

Argentina's $45 bn debt deal with IMF gets final legislative approval

Argentina's Senate gave final legislative approval Thursday for President Alberto Fernndez's administration to refinance government's $45 bn debt with International Monetary Fund and avoid a default

Argentina halts registration of export sale for soy oil and soymeal

Argentina has halted registration of export sales of soy oil and meal, the South American country's government said in a statement on Sunday, drawing swift condemnation from the industry