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Beijing is not US president-elect Donald Trump’s only target in a trade war – he also has threatened tariffs on the rest of the world. Photo: AFP

Editorial | Torch of international cooperation to burn despite Trump return

China’s President Xi Jinping along with leaders at the Apec and G20 summits make it clear multilateralism is still the way to go.

Cop29 host tries to calm waters after diplomatic turmoil

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3 charged in Argentina over death of One Direction singer Liam Payne

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Argentina’s President Milei to meet Trump and Musk next week in the US

Since his election late last year, Milei has sought close ties with the US and, since Tuesday’s US election, has stressed support for Trump.

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Argentine President Javier Milei is expected to meet Donald Trump and Elon Musk next week in the US. Photo: Reuters

Argentine beef exports hit highest level in more than 5 decades

Data showed that January-to-September beef exports totalled nearly 700,000 metric tons, with nearly 70 per cent bought by Chinese buyers.

Hotel where One Direction’s Liam Payne died raided by police

Officers seized items including computer hard drives and camera footage from the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, a government official said.

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What is ‘pink cocaine’, the designer drug tied to Liam Payne’s death?

The substance, which originated in Colombia and is known by the street name ‘tusi’, is a deadly party cocktail of ketamine, meth and Ecstasy.

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A bag of pink cocaine is seen in January 2023. Photo: Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor in New York via AP

Toxicology tests show Liam Payne had ‘multiple’ drugs in system

Reports say a cocktail of drugs called ‘pink cocaine’ had been found during a partial autopsy.

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Fans mourning singer Liam Payne leave tributes in London and other cities

Vigils also held in Paris, Sydney, New York as fans grieve for Liam Payne, 31, who died in Argentina on Wednesday after fall from hotel balcony.

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Liam Payne’s ‘suspicious’ death under investigation after drugs, alcohol found

The ex-One Direction singer’s hotel room, from which he fell, was ‘in complete disarray’, with broken objects and furniture.

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British singer Liam Payne performs in Paris in September 2017. Photo: AFP

One Direction’s Liam Payne falls to death at Argentina hotel

The 31-year-old UK singer, a former member of the bestselling boy band, had fallen from the third floor of a building in Buenos Aires.

Liam Payne in 2019. The Former One Direction singer was found dead at 31 on Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Photo: AP

Latin America split on colonialism, Spain’s legacy

Argentina’s President Javier Milei posted on social media that the Italian explorer’s arrival introduced enlightenment to the region.

Argentina’s Milei, a China critic, to visit Beijing amid frustration with US

Argentine president, who had criticised China, now praises it as a ‘very interesting commercial partner’ and announces January Beijing trip.

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South America treated to rare ‘ring of fire’ eclipse

The rare spectacle occurs when the moon moves perfectly in line with the sun but doesn’t block it out completely, creating a fiery circle.

The moon moves past the sun during an annular solar eclipse in Puerto San Julian, Argentina, on Wednesday. Photo: AP

Springboks coach Erasmus rues errors in loss to Argentina in Rugby Championship

A late penalty could have won them the game, but South Africa can still win the title if they get one point from the return match next week.

Argentine players celebrate after defeating world champions South Africa on Saturday, and giving themselves an outside chance of winning the title next week. Photo: AFP

Chinese companies navigate challenges in hunt for EV metals in Latin America

Latin American countries, such as Chile, Bolivia, Mexico and Peru, are placing extra scrutiny on overseas investment in their lithium industries.

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Venezuela opposition leader Gonzalez lands in Spain seeking asylum

Gonzalez, who has challenged President Maduro’s declaration of victory, arrived in Spain with his wife, the country’s foreign ministry said.

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FPL tips: Man Utd v Liverpool dilemma, why I picked Fulham defender over Arsenal

Those who followed my suggestions last week will be laughing, so let’s take a look at what’s in store ahead of Gameweek 3

Erling Haaland celebrates as he completes a hat-trick for Manchester City against Ipswich in Gameweek 2. Photo: EPA

Paraguay open to China trade deals via Mercosur trade bloc despite Taiwan ties

The country’s long-standing diplomatic support for the self-governed island has hindered local farmers’ grains exports to China.

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Argentina to join US minerals partnership to diversify supply chains from China

Strategy aims to ease dependence on China for minerals that go into EV batteries and solar panels, while adhering to environmental standards.

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Venezuelan leader slams TikTok for ‘wanting civil war’ in his country

Nicolas Maduro, reeling from protests over his disputed re-election, says Chinese-owned company has suspended his access to the platform.

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Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro walks through the Supreme Tribunal of Justice in Caracas on Friday. Photo: Reuters

July’s inflation blip will do little to derail US Fed’s September rate cut

The recent easing of price pressures has bolstered Fed officials’ confidence that they can start to lower borrowing costs while refocusing their attention on the labour market.

A supermarket in Montebello, California, on May 15, 2024. Photo: AFP

China spends big on beef from Latin America-Caribbean as copper drops

Governments from the region are moving to boost relations with China, with more leader visits and new trade agreements.

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Venezuela opposition leader Machado is in ‘hiding, fearing for my life’

In Wall Street Journal, Machado wrote: ‘I could be captured as I write these words.’ President Maduro has said she ‘should be behind bars’.

Maduro congratulated by China after claiming victory in contested election

Beijing joined Russia, Cuba, Iran and Nicaragua in lauding the Venezuelan leader; the US and other nations express concerns about the vote’s legitimacy.

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Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro (left) poses with the president of the National Electoral Council, Elvis Amoroso, in Caracas on Monday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Lula ‘scared’ by Maduro’s bloodbath warning ahead of Venezuela vote, president says

Brazil’s President said: ‘I was scared by Maduro’s statements that if he loses the election there will be a bloodbath.’

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at Planalto palace in Brasilia, Brazil on Monday. Photo: Reuters

Why more Asian women are flocking to Buenos Aires’ milongas for tango

An unspoken invitation to press themselves close to a stranger for a tanda, or set of dances, may stop there, but those that navigate the codes and the dance floor well enough may find further invitations

World leaders unite in condemnation of assassination attempt on Donald Trump

In the aftermath of Saturday’s shooting, a chorus of international voices rose up to denounce the attack on the former American president.

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The latest news, analysis and opinion on Argentina. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
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President Javier Milei
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President Javier Milei
last updated:
25 September, 2024
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