The Argentine Chamber of Deputies passed a December 16 law that will limit land sales to foreigners. While the move follows regional trends, some question the feasibility of implementation. The Senate is expected to approve the law.
Massive new hydrocarbon finds and increased production have seen Latin America become a major energy frontier. Regulations have proved essential in attracting investment and managing profits.
Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner accomplished what was widely expected on Sunday when she cruised to a reelection win.
Argentine Minister of Economy Amado Boudou criticized an IMF report on Argentina's economic standing at an AS/COA meeting held in Washington September 23.
Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner won the country’s first primary election handily on Sunday, taking more than half the votes. Facing a splintered opposition, it looks increasingly likely that she could win October’s presidential election in the first round.
With the race for the Casa Rosada heating up, President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner holds a strong lead in the polls. But results in recent local elections indicate the opposition could be building steam.
Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner chose Economy Minister Amado Boudou as her running partner for the October vote. The decision signals her confidence in his economic policies and hope of reaching young voters.