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    Economy Javier Milei's Economic Reforms Are Already Paying Off in Argentina - Reason

    Javier Milei's Economic Reforms Are Already Paying Off in Argentina - Reason Source: https://reason.com/2024/10/24/javier-mileis-economic-reforms-are-already-paying-off-in-argentina/ October 24, 2024 But local free market economists think further currency and labor reforms will get the...
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    Economy A World Bank report on Argentina highlights the high absenteeism and school dropout rates among the poorest sectors - Infobae

    A World Bank report on Argentina highlights the high absenteeism and school dropout rates among the poorest sectors - Infobae Source...
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    Economy A report revealed that medicines cost 5 times more in Argentina than in Spain - Infobae

    A report revealed that medicines cost 5 times more in Argentina than in Spain - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/10/17/un-informe-revelo-que-los-medicamentos-salen-5-veces-mas-en-argentina-que-en-espana/ October 17, 2024 The UAS Health Costs Observatory warned about...
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    Newcomer A normal day for a young person in Argentina

    I can attest that this is how most young people, and not-so-young people, feel in the country. Jobs promise the world, yet they often fail to deliver on what was promised during interviews. They sell you the idea of the best job of your life, which clearly isn’t reflected in the salary. There...
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    Apartment Rental “Tenancy”: the number of seniors renting in Argentina has doubled in 20 years - Infobae

    “Tenancy”: the number of seniors renting in Argentina has doubled in 20 years - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/10/14/inquilinizacion-en-20-anos-se-duplico-la-cantidad-de-adultos-mayores-que-alquilan-en-la-argentina/ October 14, 2024 “Tenancy”: the number of seniors...
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    Economy “Even dulce de leche is cheaper in Chile”: surprise in the neighboring country due to how expensive Argentina is in dollars - Infobae

    “Even dulce de leche is cheaper in Chile”: surprise in the neighboring country due to how expensive Argentina is in dollars - Infobae Source...
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    Apartment Rental Argentina Scrapped Its Rent Controls. Now the Market Is Thriving - The Wall Street Journal

    Argentina Scrapped Its Rent Controls. Now the Market Is Thriving - The Wall Street Journal Source: https://archive.ph/dBqIs#selection-2159.0-2159.65 September 24, 2024 President Javier Milei’s fiscal ‘shock therapy’ yields lower rents overall, but some people feel squeezed By...
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    Economy The IMF removed a key director questioned by Milei from negotiations with Argentina - Infobae

    The IMF removed a key director questioned by Milei from negotiations with Argentina - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/09/12/el-fmi-desplazo-de-las-negociaciones-con-la-argentina-a-un-director-clave-cuestionado-por-milei/ September 12, 2024 This is Rodrigo Valdés...
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    Real Estate News The fashion scam in European cities that could reach Argentina - La Nacion Propiedades

    The fashion scam in European cities that could reach Argentina - La Nacion Propiedades Source: https://www.lanacion.com.ar/propiedades/casas-y-departamentos/la-estafa-de-moda-en-ciudades-europeas-que-podria-llegar-a-la-argentina-nid11092024/ September 12, 2024 Properties offered at very...
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    Controlling a tablet in USA from Argentina?

    Does anyone do this? For banking purposes etc ? Ive read a lot lately about people being locked out of their accounts for accessing from an Argentina IP for over a year. And even VPNs don't save them. Is it hard to set up for someone with no computer skills ? If you are controlling a tablet...
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    Economy Why Argentina has the most expensive clothing in the region and which items are the most expensive to buy - Infobae

    Why Argentina has the most expensive clothing in the region and which items are the most expensive to buy - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/economia/2024/09/06/por-que-la-argentina-tiene-la-ropa-mas-cara-de-la-region-y-cuales-son-las-prendas-que-mas-cuesta-comprar/ September 06...
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    How much are you allowed to bring into Argentina (Goods allowance) for Tourist and Resident?

    As the question states, what is the allowed value in goods one can bring through the airport? Are customs strict? We plan on traveling and buying (stocking up) on some stuff including clothes and a visit to Ikea for the house. Are the allowance differrent for Tourist and Resident? Thank you.
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    Newcomer Argentina: Top Choice for Digital Nomads

    Argentina is now in the top 3 most attractive countries for digital nomads worldwide because of its low cost of living. According to Nomadlist, the hottest spots in 2024 are mostly in Southeast Asia, Central and Southern Europe, and Latin America. While Thailand and Malaysia are top picks...
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    Newcomer How to Ship Belongings from the USA to Argentina?

    Hi everyone! I’ve heard that shipping belongings to Argentina can be very complicated and problematic due to customs regulations (including shipping packages with USPS from the US). Does this mean that most expats arrived with only what they could fit in their checked luggage and left everything...
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    Politics Argentina and Uruguay Progress on Bilateral Permanent Residency and Licensing Agreement

    Argentina and Uruguay are negotiating to reach an agreement on permanent residency and degree validation. This will make travel between the two countries easier, is truly great news...
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    Newcomer Argentina in Fortnite 🎮

    Fortnite is incorporating Argentine elements into its world to showcase the country to players. What a great project! It's truly a very good and clever way for the country to get known. From what I read, the game will highlight the beauty and cultural diversity of the country. I applaud this...
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    Food & Drink August 2nd is International Beer Day: What is the most popular beer in Argentina?

    Since tomorrow is International Beer Day, I was wondering which beer is the most popular or the most consumed here. https://www.cronista.com/clase/break/dia-internacional-de-la-cerveza-por-que-se-celebra-hoy-31-de-julio-y-cual-es-la-mas-tomada-de-todas/ I was surprised by the answer, the most...
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    Argentina Celebrates French Cuissine

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    Newcomer Do you think the arrival of digital nomads and expats is gentrifying Argentina?

    I’ve heard many opinions on this, but the one that resonates with me the most is from some locals who believe that our arrival, as I include myself as a digital nomad here, has a negative impact on the economy, particularly on housing prices. I think the influx of remote workers earning in...
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    Real Estate Sales Farewell to Restrictions on Foreign Ownership of Rural Land in Argentina - Gateway South America

    Farewell to Restrictions on Foreign Ownership of Rural Land in Argentina - Gateway South America Source...
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