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Argentina Ditching Climate Deals While Pouring New Wine?

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Is Argentina ready to uncork their commitment to the Paris Agreement? Find out how this decision mixes with the country's unexpected wine revolution!

In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through the global climate community, Argentina's new President, Javier Milei, has announced plans to reassess the country's involvement in the Paris climate agreement. Following a swift exit from COP29, concerns are mounting that South America’s culinary jewel might be the latest country to distance itself from climate commitments—a trend reminiscent of former US President Donald Trump’s pullout from the Accord. Milei's administration argues that such changes are necessary to protect national interests, sparking debate over whether climate action or economic growth should take precedence.

Not only is Argentina reconsidering its environmental pledges, but it's also taking a firm stance at the United Nations by voting against a resolution aimed at combating online violence. This decision further emphasizes Milei's controversial approach, overshadowing debates on issues like hate speech and digital safety. In a world where navigating climate change and online safety is becoming increasingly vital, this withdrawal has many raising their eyebrows, likening it to stirring a cocktail with one hand and flipping a pancake with the other—messy and unpredictable!

Amidst the backdrop of these significant political shifts, Argentina quietly grows its reputation for something surprisingly more palatable: wine. While Malbec often steals the spotlight, it’s the Cabernet Sauvignon that’s quietly coming into its own as a leading contender, showcasing the country’s incredible versatility in viticulture. Some regions, like Mendoza, are pivoting toward producing high-quality Cabernet, proving that while the political landscape may be shaking, their commitment to crafting exquisite wines remains rock solid.

As Argentina continues to straddle its environmentally conscious image and newfound economic pragmatism, there are countless fascinating layers to explore. Did you know that Argentina is the fifth-largest wine producer globally? The country's unique climate and varied terroirs allow for an impressive range of wine—from robust reds to refreshing whites. With climate policy decisions threatening to affect their wine industry, one can only hope that as they reconsider their political commitments, they don't forget to keep the good wines flowing—and perhaps even bring that lovely Cabernet to dinner!

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Argentina stokes concerns it could quit Paris climate accord (Financial Times)

Milei government to 're-evaluate' its position after walking out of COP29 summit.

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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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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 Has A Delicious Wine Secret, And It's Not Malbec (Forbes)

The wine most associated with Argentina is Malbec. Yet, it's Cabernet Sauvignon, the country's third most planted grape, that is quietly garnering ...

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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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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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Brazil-Argentina shale gas deal reportedly close to completion (The Brazilian Report)

Brazil and Argentina are on the verge of finalizing a long-awaited shale gas purchase deal — which should be signed after the G20 summit.

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Argentina quits COP29 negotiations (bizzbuzz)

Argentinian President Javier Milei, who is a climate change denier, has ordered his negotiators to withdraw from the 29th Conference of Parties or COP29 ...

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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 ...

Expert upbeat on Argentina's ties with China - Chinadaily.com.cn (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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Argentina Considering Paris Climate Pact Exit, NY Times Says (BNN)

Argentina is studying a potential withdrawal from the landmark Paris Agreement on climate action, the New York Times reported, citing the country's Foreign ...

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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 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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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 ...

Argentina's Leader Celebrates Trump's Election; a Possible New ... (NPR)

In Argentina, President Javier Milei is celebrating both the success of this radical cost cutting in lowering inflation and the re-election of Donald Trump ...

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Trump meets with Argentina's president, the first foreign leader he's ... (CBS News)

Donald Trump has met at his Mar-a-Lago club with Argentine President Javier Milei, the first foreign leader to meet with the president-elect since his ...

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Trump meets with Argentina's president and says he's a 'MAGA ... (NBC 6 South Florida)

President-elect Donald Trump met at his Mar-a-Lago club with Argentine President Javier Milei, the first foreign leader to meet with the president-elect.

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Donald Trump meets Javier Milei ahead of conservative summit (BBC News)

Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November.

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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's soy planting makes fast progress after abundant rains ... (Canadian Cattlemen)

Argentina's Buenos Aires grains exchange said on Thursday that soybean planting had progressed very smoothly over the past week, following abundant rainfall ...

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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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Nervy Irish edge Argentina in Test nail-biter in Dublin (Rugby.com.au)

Ireland rebounded from defeat to New Zealand by edging Argentina 22-19 in a nailbiting one-off rugby union Test at Lansdowne Road on Friday.

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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 v Argentina result: Irish hold on against spirited Pumas (New Zealand Herald)

Ireland have held on against a spirited Argentina side, winning 22-19 in Dublin. During large periods in the second half Los Pumas dominated on both sides ...

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

Ireland scored 12 points in the ten minute period with Jack Crowley spotting the gap in the Argentine defence and cruising through, and then a midfield combo ...

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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 Hold Out Combative Argentina in Dublin - Americas Rugby ... (Americas Rugby News)

Los Pumas were deep in their 22 but found a way out. Bautista Delguy picked up and ran with Matías Moroni scoring in the left corner. However, the try that had ...

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Ireland survive Argentina comeback to claim narrow win (The Canberra Times)

Ireland have survived a fierce second half comeback from Argentina to narrowly defeat the Pumas 22-19 at the Aviva Stadium and just about bounce back from ...

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