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President Javier Milei
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Hantavirus
WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over
The rodent-borne disease infected at least 12 people, killing three, and triggered a global health alert.
3 Jul 2026 - 10:13AM
China-Latin America relations
Aid for Venezuela, China-Colombia ties: 7 Latin America relations reads
2 Jul 2026 - 10:30PM
Science
Raptor discovery in Argentina points to prehistoric links with China
27 Jun 2026 - 6:22PM
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Venezuela
Venezuela earthquakes draw aid from governments that cut ties with Caracas
Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and other governments that suspended relations with the country offer rescue teams and humanitarian aid.
26 Jun 2026 - 8:52PM
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China-India relations
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US assures India over AI ‘kill switch’ as ‘Pax Silica’ expands to counter China
New Delhi says Washington pledged AI access would continue after Anthropic restrictions as the US-led initiative adds new members.
26 Jun 2026 - 4:20AM
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United States
With no team in World Cup, Chinese fans root for Ronaldo, Messi … and a referee
Chinese team has not played in tournament for 24 years, so supporters follow world’s two most famous players and a strict mainland official.
25 Jun 2026 - 8:35PM
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Racism and other prejudice
Brazil detains Spanish woman for racism, in latest high-profile arrest
The country has some of the strictest anti-racism laws in Latin America, with penalties ranging from two to five years in prison and a fine.
25 Jun 2026 - 2:35AM
Lionel Messi
Meet Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo, an Instagram sensation in her own right
The pair met when they were kids and married in 2017 – they now have 3 sons, and she’s worked with Adidas, Alo Yoga and Dolce & Gabbana.
24 Jun 2026 - 12:35PM
Fifa World Cup 2026
Meet US team football coach Mauricio Pochettino, who looks like Russell Crowe
Before the World Cup, Pochettino played for and coached teams including PSG and Espanyol – football runs in the family, and his 2 sons both work in the sport.
24 Jun 2026 - 6:00AM
Obituaries
Ramiro Valdes, key figure of Cuban revolution and Castro ally, dead at 94
The architect of Cuba’s state security apparatus and former vice-president was one of the final veterans of the 1956 rebel uprising.
22 Jun 2026 - 9:59AM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Chinese EV makers debut right-hand drive models for Southeast Asian push
Chinese brands, including BYD, Jaecoo and Wuling Motors, captured 17.6 per cent of Indonesia’s car market in the first quarter of 2026.
23 Jun 2026 - 11:06AM
US-ally trade wars
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Many countries are ‘quiet quitting’ the US and China on trade
While the US and Chinese markets are essential, other countries are making deals with each other in search of more diversified trade.
18 Jun 2026 - 8:30PM
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China-Latin America relations
Argentina edges back to China on currency swap despite US pressure
Buenos Aires denies negotiating renewal, but the US$19 billion swap expires August 6, and Argentine reports say talks are already advancing.
16 Jun 2026 - 4:23AM
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Fashion
9 fashion-forward collabs for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, from Nike to Loewe
From Jacquemus working with Nike and the France national team to Drake’s Nocta tracksuit for Canada, these are the hottest football fashion collabs this season.
11 Jun 2026 - 5:47PM
US-China trade war
US farm chief says reliance on China threatens American ‘freedom’
Agriculture secretary’s warning comes as tariffs weigh on China trade and Hormuz disruptions drive up fuel and fertiliser costs.
5 Jun 2026 - 5:49AM
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China-Latin America relations
US’ Cuba-China fears, Panama pressure: Latin America relations reads
From Argentina’s shrinking China lifeline to the US’ Cuba worries, here are highlights from the SCMP’s foreign correspondents in May 2026.
3 Jun 2026 - 12:38AM
China trade
Australian beef will soon be hit by 55% tariff in China, ministry says
China’s imports of Australian beef are about to surpass a quota introduced by Beijing to protect domestic farmers.
2 Jun 2026 - 6:30PM
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Chinese tourists
Will the World Cup help Mexico dispel Chinese tourists’ safety fears?
A boost of visitor numbers for the tournament should also include travellers from China, though surveys show lingering safety concerns.
31 May 2026 - 10:00PM
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India
India seals BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, eyes Indonesia next
A senior Indian defence ministry official made the announcement at the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore.
31 May 2026 - 10:51AM
Science
How Lionel Messi’s favourite drink is sparking a major health craze in China
Ancient South American fusion may reduce risks of Parkinson’s and is enjoyed by top footballers, but the indigenous drink should be shared.
26 May 2026 - 5:26PM
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US-China relations
US foreign affairs chairman warns of China role in Argentina contract bid
Brian Mast’s letter to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concerns an auction for a contract to dredge and operate Argentina’s Parana River.
22 May 2026 - 4:46AM
China-Latin America relations
How a US$5 billion Chinese lifeline to Argentina shrank to almost nothing
Central bank records show the swap balance fell to US$675 million as Washington pressed Buenos Aires to wind it down.
30 May 2026 - 5:03AM
World Health Organization (WHO)
‘Crises’: WHO kicks off annual assembly amid Ebola, US withdrawal
Aid cuts ‘have disrupted health systems, widened inequalities’ said UN chief Antonio Guterres, with WHO budget down by almost US$1 billion.
18 May 2026 - 10:07PM
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China-Latin America relations
China restores US beef trade amid Trump-Xi summit, alarming Brazilian exporters
Beijing’s renewal of import licences for US beef plants comes as Brazil nears its annual quota cap and scrambles for alternative markets.
15 May 2026 - 4:46AM
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Hantavirus
Argentine city tries to shrug off hantavirus ship ‘patient zero’ suspicions
The search for answers about the MV Hondius outbreak has pointed towards Ushuaia and a huge landfill site.
13 May 2026 - 12:48PM
Hantavirus
French hantavirus patient ‘critical on artificial lung’ as ship cases grow
Doctor in Paris describes MV Hondius passenger as having ‘the final stage of supportive care’.
13 May 2026 - 10:40AM
Americas and the Caribbean
Arrest warrant reissued for Bolivia ex-president after court no-show
Evo Morales is declared in contempt as prosecutors allege he fathered a child with a 15-year-old girl during his time in office.
12 May 2026 - 3:01PM
Hantavirus
More passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship test positive
Two passengers, French and American, test positive as governments take extensive precautions for evacuees.
11 May 2026 - 8:48PM
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