Cristina Fernández de Kirchner was recently reelected with just 54% of the popular vote despite a struggling economy, reports of lavish corruption, and inflation at unofficial rates nearing %25 (vs. 10% officially). Presumably, the president has drawn attention to the century old dispute with Britain over the Falkland Islands, and has been trying to gin…
Argentina has lurched closer to becoming what could be described as a Fascist nation after “Peronist” president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner announced the nation’s intentions to nationalize the largest oil company in the country yesterday. Combined with rabble rousing rhetoric dredging up the impotent claim to the Falkland Islands, and a tightened control of the…
In May 1851, Brazil intervened in a regional conflict on behalf of Uruguay. In return, Uruguay granted Brazil the right to intervene in her international affairs. To this day, Uruguay is closely tied to the international politics of Argentina and Brazil. All are members of the powerful union Mercosur. Owing to the Argentina’s persistent claims over the Falkland Islands, despite international recognition…
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