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National
After a setback in the Senate, the Government convened its political coordination team with Federico Sturzenegger for nearly three hours. The first bill it will seek to advance concerns capital markets; the other initiatives were placed on a timetable, but their full order of priority was not disclosed.
Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands
The union attributed the decision to fewer customers, rising service and maintenance costs, and the opening of competitors. It cannot reassign the entire workforce, will refund fees already paid, and is studying reimbursements to maintain sports coverage for members.
Chubut
The class action challenges the law that transferred concessions and released the oil company from liability in exchange for USD 25 million, vehicles and land. The plaintiffs asked to suspend the agreement, prevent further transfers and preserve evidence while the Federal Court considers the case.
La Pampa
An understanding between Sergio Ziliotto and Carlos Verna opened contacts among the Frejupa factions in pursuit of a joint list for 2027. The autonomy of Santa Rosa's mayor and the definitive legal recognition of Fuerza Pampa are reshaping negotiations that have not yet produced an agreement or candidates.
Misiones
Yerba mate recorded 27 consecutive months of unfavorable indicators and paid producers 260.000 pesos per ton, 13% less in real terms. Cassava faced rising imports, while tobacco and forestry remained in the yellow because their prices grew more slowly than inflation.
Salta
Julio Argentino San Millán will assume the party presidency this Wednesday at 19:00. José Luis Gambetta said salaries and services are up to date, while the remaining liabilities — mainly obligations to the State and ARCA — have been placed under payment plans.
Santa Cruz
Pedro Muñoz defended primaries and one ballot per category, while other projects propose a complete ballot. He also asked to review replacements for parity because 80% of the lists are headed by men and demanded that all parties participate in the debate.
Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands
The Chamber of Commerce described a lack of liquidity, family indebtedness, and more people looking for jobs, without providing a total count of closed stores. Neighborhood stores grew between 18% and 21% because consumers are replacing large purchases with small and frequent acquisitions.
Neuquén
The municipal administration defended disciplinary proceedings over prolonged absences and said it would not reinstate the employees. SOEMC argues that two dismissed workers were union delegates with statutory protection. With conciliation exhausted, the dispute may move to industrial action and judicial review.
La Rioja
The business association counted 243 vacant properties out of 1,861 surveyed and estimated that 80% of businesses would accept the provincial bonds. The vacancy study was conducted months ago and needs updating, while redemption may take about 20 days.
San Luis
Master Lajas, Cidal and Cerámica San Lorenzo embody the deterioration of a manufacturing network marked by shutdowns, unpaid wages and outstanding severance. Bagley, Drean and Spar have also seen protests, suspensions or early leave, although their situations do not amount to permanent closures.
Buenos Aires
The company announced a definitive closure, but its lawyer later said the staff were suspended and would be called to individual settlements. The workers arrived without dismissal notices, found security at the entrance, and demanded pending wages, vacation pay, and severance.
Autonomous City of Buenos Aires
The Head of Government seeks to avoid a libertarian candidacy that would compromise his reelection and considers giving up the vice leadership. Karina Milei keeps the decision open, while Mauricio Macri pushes for a broad primary that could include Horacio Rodríguez Larreta.
Chaco
The work will be carried out from August 13 to 15 at the Estación de Bombeo 7 of Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña. The company will temporarily stop pumping, although it clarified that home availability will depend on the reserves of each locality.
Corrientes
Juan Pablo Valdés led the ceremony in Costanera Sur and reaffirmed provincial support for a force of more than 9,000 personnel. The ceremony honored fallen police officers and concluded with a parade of provincial and national institutions.
Mendoza
The Province proposes enabling all types of vehicles and Senasa controls to relieve the Cristo Redentor and reduce logistical costs. The binational document will be presented in September with studies, budgets, and requests for improvements on national routes.
