Argentina

2024 - 11 - 15

Argentina's Climate Tango: Are They Dancing Away from the Paris Accord with Trump?

Argentina - COP29 - Donald Trump - Fitch Ratings - Ireland - Javier Milei - Paris Climate Agreement - Rugby - UN Resolution

Argentina is considering a dramatic exit from the Paris Climate Agreement! Can you believe it? Find out what their president is up to – it’s a wild ride!

In a move that has sent shockwaves around the globe, Fitch Ratings has upgraded Argentina’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) from 'CC' to 'CCC'. This signifies a push towards improved financial stability in the South American nation, but the government under President Javier Milei has been stirring up controversies that make the economic news pale in comparison. Just as they are attempting to solidify their credit rating, they are contemplating a provocative exit from the Paris Climate Agreement—a core global initiative aimed at battling climate change. Talk about a wild ride!

President Milei's administration has recently had a cozy tête-à-tête with former President Donald Trump, and whispers are circulating that both leaders are considering stepping back from the 2015 accord designed to limit carbon emissions. This has raised eyebrows across the world as the U.S. under Trump's previous administration had a tumultuous relationship with climate change initiatives, leaving many to wonder whether Argentina is following in those footsteps or simply caught up in the political tango of the time.

Adding further complexity to this intercontinental pas de deux, Argentina's negotiators have been pulled away from the COP29 climate talks in Azerbaijan, a dramatic gesture signaling that Milei’s government is willing to put national priorities above international commitments. This unexpected withdrawal could have significant repercussions not only for Argentina but also for global efforts to address climate change, as the country plays a critical role in the Latin American region concerning environmental policies.

As headlines flash about Argentina’s looming exit from climate agreements, it’s important to remember a few mind-boggling facts. First, the Paris Climate Agreement was signed by 195 countries, making it one of the most inclusive accords aimed at saving our planet. Furthermore, despite political upheaval, Argentina has been recognized for its rich biodiversity—boasting over 14,000 species of plants and animals. It seems that while the political winds blow, the beauty of Argentina might just keep us rooted in the fight for climate action. 🌎💚

Fitch Upgrades Argentina to 'CCC' (Fitch Ratings)

Fitch Ratings-New York-15 November 2024: Fitch Ratings has upgraded Argentina's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to 'CCC' from 'CC.

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Argentina mulls Paris climate agreement exit with Trump (POLITICO.eu)

President Javier Milei met with Trump overnight as both countries explore leaving the landmark 2015 accord.

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Fears grow that Milei will withdraw Argentina from Paris climate accord (The Guardian)

Far-right president may announce country's departure from agreement after meeting Donald Trump.

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Argentina Mulls Exiting Paris Climate Deal (The New York Times)

The South American nation says it is considering withdrawing from the landmark agreement, which aims to limit carbon emissions and slow global warming.

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Argentina walks away from COP29 - amid fears Trump may pull US ... (Sky News)

Argentinian negotiators have been summoned home from global climate talks in Azerbaijan by the President Javier Milei's government.

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Argentina's president considers exiting Paris agreement with Trump (The Washington Post)

Right-wing President Javier Milei is considering withdrawing Argentina from the Paris climate agreement. Donald Trump has pledged to also remove the United ...

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Geopolitics overshadow COP29 talks on climate cash, as Argentina ... (EURACTIV)

Donald Trump's presidential election win has cast the United States' future role in climate talks into doubt, and tension between developed and developing ...

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Argentina considering Paris climate pact exit, reports 'New York Times' (Buenos Aires Times)

Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein says Argentina is “re-evaluating our strategy on all matters related to climate change."

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Lionel Scaloni Defends Argentina National Team from Criticism (beIN SPORTS USA)

Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, defended his team vigorously after their 2-1 defeat against Paraguay, praising the opposition.

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Ireland 22-19 Argentina: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – as it ... (The Guardian)

Not the best game for the neutral, but Ireland get back to winning ways. They scored three tries and were outstanding in the opening 20 minutes, but they rode ...

Argentina to partially eliminate tax on goods purchased abroad (Reuters India)

Argentina will partially eliminate taxes levied on goods purchased abroad, a senior official announced on Friday, part of a broader economic opening ...

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Ireland 22-19 Argentina: Hosts scrape hard-fought victory to kickstart ... (Eurosport.com)

Argentina pushed Ireland incredibly hard in the Autumn Nations Series clash, live on TNT Sports and discovery+, after the hosts made a superb start. Ireland had ...

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Lionel Messi confronts ref in shock Argentina World Cup qualifying ... (Eurosport.com)

Lionel Messi angrily confronted the referee during Argentina's shock World Cup 2026 qualifying 2-1 defeat away to Paraguay on Thursday evening.

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Ireland hold on after second-half Argentina fightback (RTE.ie)

Ireland got back to winning ways after last week's defeat to New Zealand, but Andy Farrell's side were given an almighty scare by Argentina, who threatened ...

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Ireland 22-19 Argentina: Hosts scrape hard-fought victory to kickstart ... (BT Sport)

Ireland bounced back from their defeat to New Zealand last weekend, defeating Argentina in Dublin - but it wasn't without difficulty.

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Ireland vs Argentina LIVE rugby: Result and reaction as host cling ... (The Independent)

Argentina fly-half Tomas Albornoz kept the Pumas in touch with three successive penalty kicks from the boot and brought the match within three points before his ...

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In Milei's latest drastic move, Argentina is sole UN holdout voting 'no ... (The Associated Press)

The usual suspects abstained from voting on a seemingly uncontroversial United Nations resolution that denounced violence against women and girls on ...

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Argentina votes against UN resolution combating online violence ... (CNN)

Argentina was the only country to vote against the resolution, and argued that it contained ambiguous terms such as “hate speech,” “misinformation,” and ...

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Global criticism follows Argentina's rejection of UN gender violence ... (The Indian Express)

The president's dismissal of Foreign Minister Diana Mondino last month further highlighted his volatile approach to diplomacy.

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Expert upbeat on Argentina's ties with China (China Daily)

After a long corporate career focused on trade and investment links between Argentina and China, Diego Marcos is increasingly convinced that both countries ...

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Ireland Hold Out To beat Argentina 22-19 in Dublin (Super Rugby)

Ireland built an impressive 22-9 first half lead but were held scoreless by a resurgent Argentina in the second half in a thrilling encounter that saw the ...

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Argentina votes 'no' to ending gender violence in Milei's latest ... (Al Arabiya English)

The usual suspects abstained from voting on a seemingly uncontroversial United Nations resolution that denounced violence against women and girls on.

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Argentina alone votes against UN resolution protecting women and ... (Buenos Aires Herald)

The resolution to intensify efforts to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls, particularly in 'the digital environment,' passed with 170 ...

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Argentina's Javier Milei withdraws delegation from UN climate talks ... (The Independent)

Right-wing president ordered delegation to leave Cop29 just hours after he spoke with with Donald Trump.

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