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  1. CecilM

    Anyone got any overstay "horror stories" ?

    It seems that lately, some Ecuadorians coming to Argentina have been deported because they entered as tourists but actually intended to stay and study without the proper visa. This has happened to several students, especially when what they declare at the border doesn’t match their real plan to...
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    Newcomer Another Strike at Aeroparque

    There will be another strike at the airport tomorrow. I hope Milei's measure goes into effect as he said, declaring it an essential service. From what I understand, the measure is already in place. This just seems never-ending...
  3. CecilM

    "Boom of Argentinians in Chile"

    It's all a vicious cycle, and this is no small issue. Milei should give it the attention it deserves. The clothing sector is one of the hardest hit; the situation is critical for them, with sales plummeting 72%. This impacts workers, who are losing their jobs because of it. Clothing has become...
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    Medical Can anybody recommend a good dentist in Palermo or nearby?

    SM Odontología is a great place. I see Hernán there, and I highly recommend it. The clinics are located in Recoleta. https://sm-odontologia.com/ https://maps.app.goo.gl/komU9zpyCjYUKJD28
  5. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    And it’s getting worse, the unemployment rate keeps rising... and they say we have to hold on? How do you explain that to a parent with three kids who just lost their job? It’s easy to talk about and find an economic explanation, but we’re talking about real people who have to face the harsh...
  6. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    For every retiree who supports Milei, there are 50 who don’t, all for a few pesos that really don’t make a difference. Meanwhile, some politicians have 15 advisors, which is obviously paid for by the Argentine people. It’s a shame.
  7. CecilM

    American-style breakfast restaurants in Buenos Aires?

    I go to Jay's pretty often, and honestly, the breakfasts are generous, true American style. Plus, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the people there are super friendly. I highly recommend it! https://maps.app.goo.gl/hntW8xrALwSiQnCh9
  8. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    Milei rewards them, and the UCR punishes them. They were obviously suspended from the party, those who once supported pension reform but now backed the veto...
  9. CecilM

    Thank you Argentina on behalf of all Russians that moved here to Buenos Aires!

    The Russians who come to live in Argentina are super entrepreneurial and full of initiative. Many of them arrive eager to start new projects and quickly adapt to the country, making the most of the opportunities here. They’re hardworking and always looking for ways to innovate. Plus, they...
  10. CecilM

    Politics Asado for everyone who voted against the pension increase

    Besides political positions, Milei rewards the lawmakers who voted against the pension increase with a grand barbecue or "Asado" at the Olivos residence. Hopefully, people won’t forget about these guys who flipped like pancakes...
  11. CecilM

    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    I usually check the historical value on this page; it's quite reliable: https://www.cotizacion-dolar.com.ar/cotizaciones-dolar-historico.php
  12. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    I don't know if many people are doing well when 52% of the population is poor. It's sad to see that many have had to change their habits just to get to work, and they can't even take the bus anymore due to the significant increase in public transportation costs...
  13. CecilM

    Newcomer Is Argentina a good destination to work remotely?

    Hiring in Argentina is a great deal for U.S. companies because it costs a lot less than hiring locally. There are plenty of skilled professionals here, especially in fields like tech and design, and for people in Argentina, the salary from a U.S. company is really appealing. It’s a win-win...
  14. CecilM

    Argentina tops the list of LatAm countries with the highest inflation for the 9th straight month

    In fact, it went up. Inflation in July was 4%, and it seems this month didn’t go as they expected. 52% of Argentinians are living in poverty, those are the numbers they should be paying attention to.
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    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    Meanwhile, families are needing more and more money just to live decently and avoid falling below the poverty line... it’s sad. https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/09/11/una-familia-tipo-necesito-939887-en-agosto-para-no-caer-en-la-pobreza/
  16. CecilM

    Newcomer Buying Quality Running Shoes in Buenos Aires or Canada?

    Maybe now with the reduction of the "impuesto país," clothing and sneakers will drop in price. Still, Argentinians continue to be amazed by how much they can buy in the U.S. with just a few dollars...
  17. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    This is what I mean when I say that budget cuts should target a different sector. Here we have a senator, who happens to be libertarian in this case, but could just as easily be Peronist, that’s not the issue, who openly admits to having 15 advisors. He even justifies the expense by saying he...
  18. CecilM

    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    This qualifies as corruption and it really outrages me, the trips of senators and deputies that all Argentinians end up paying for. From all political parties and everywhere, it’s clearly an abuse that needs to stop.
  19. CecilM

    Poverty has no limit in Argentina

    I see your point about spending and fiscal sustainability. However, rather than making broad cuts that impact everyone, we could focus on adjustments for specific sectors, like the high-income earners, rather than reducing their taxes. Argentina has one of the lowest minimum pensions, and the...
  20. CecilM

    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    Today I exchanged enough for a month, and it was changed at 1290. It’s dropping a lot, but here we don’t know, maybe it will spike tomorrow.
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