Argentina legislative proposal seeks to deregulate LPG market and phase out subsidies
A new legislative bill proposes repealing the current regulatory framework for the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market, effectively removing state-mandated price controls and subsidy mechanisms. The move signals a shift toward market-based pricing for essential cooking fuel, though the timeline for implementation and potential social mitigation measures remain unclear.
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Chile/Argentina: Fiscal & Economic Reform Packages Advance
Both Chile and Argentina are actively pursuing significant economic and fiscal reforms. Chile has secured legislative approval for a major economic reform package, including corporate tax reductions and investment incentives, signaling a shift in domestic policy. Argentina is advancing a multi-faceted deregulation agenda, including labor market reforms, a revised tax amnesty bill, and further deregulation of key sectors, with legislative approval secured for some components and others pending.