18 February 2026
After more than 25 years of negotiations, the historic trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur remains elusive. While leaders of both blocs recently met to sign the agreement, the final step—internal ratification—is proving more complex than expected in the EU. In the face of this uncertainty, Argentina is poised to approve the deal….
4 February 2026
In December 2025, the Milei Administration tendered to the Argentine Congress the Ley de Modernización Laboral (the “Labor Modernization Bill” or the “Bill”). True to its title, the Bill endeavors to modernize the 1974 Employment Contract Act, which has been the statutory backbone to Argentina’s employment laws for over five decades. Congress will begin its…
26 January 2026
OpenAI made headlines in October 2025 with news that it plans to build a major AI data center in Argentine Patagonia. With a capacity of up to 500 megawatts and a price tag that could reach USD 25 billion, it would be one of the largest data centers in Latin America and significantly increase Argentina’s…
26 January 2026
Switzerland is strengthening its position as a hub for international business disputes. With the revision of the Swiss Code of Civil Procedure (ZPO), which came into effect on 1 January 2025, cantons now have the option to confer jurisdiction on their commercial courts for international commercial disputes. In Switzerland, international disputes have been mostly resolved…
26 November 2025
The Milei administrations recent electoral success is leaving many to predict a major reform in Argentina’s labor laws. But whether ruling by decree or achieving legislative support, President Milei’s ambitions must still confront the resistance of the Argentine labor courts. It will not be the first time. Background: The Ley de Bases and Its Objectives…
26 November 2025
Corporate hostage-taking in Argentina is more common than you might think. It’s a story we’ve seen far too often with foreign investors in Argentina. To set up a local company, a client making its first landing in Argentina engages a local firm (often accountants or civil law notaries, but sometimes attorneys) or asks a local…
13 November 2025
Following months of speculation, the governments of the United States and Argentina have announced a bilateral trade agreement. While the final text of the agreement is yet to be released, a “framework” was revealed on Thursday, November 13th, and raises as many questions as it answers—especially on the U.S. commitments under the deal. The final…
11 November 2025
On October 1st, 2025, the Plenary of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies approved Bill No. 1.087/2025 (“PL 1.087”), which establishes the taxation regime applicable to dividends distributed by Brazilian companies. Following its approval in the Chamber of Deputies, the bill proceeds to the Federal Senate for consideration, where it may be confirmed, amended, or submitted for…
8 October 2025
Last August 18th, a decision by Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino (ADPF 1.178) gained prominence, establishing an important precedent for foreign companies operating in Brazil or entering into international contracts involving the country. The decision reinforces that foreign laws cannot be automatically applied within Brazilian territory, except in cases where there is specific court authorization…
1 October 2025
Last August 13th, the Brazilian government announced a set of measures to support exporting companies amid a scenario of uncertainty in international trade. Named the “Sovereign Brazil Plan,” the program contemplates up to R$30 billion in credit lines aimed at companies affected by trade barriers and in need of preserving jobs and sustaining their operations….
