Argentina Macroeconomics The scenario in Argentina has changed in the last few days and will continue to do so in the coming days. The coronavirus is just starting in Argentina. The country is in quarantine until 31 March, but it looks like the quarantine will be extended an additional 15-20 days for sure. There are some exceptions to the quarantine rules, agricultural business being one of them. Harvesting crops, delivering goods (grain, cattle, fish, etc), loading vessels and other such activities cannot stop. Argentina’s ports are operating normally, there were some strikes that prevented trucks from reaching ports, but that is over. The only reason exports might suffer or be delayed due to a lack of personnel is related to...
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