Argentina: G20 meeting in Buenos Aires March 19-20

Event

Finance ministers and central bank presidents from G20 countries will meet in Buenos Aires March 19-20. The meetings will be held at the Exhibition Center of the City of Buenos Aires, located in the upscale Recoleta neighborhood. An increased security presence is likely; associated protests are possible.

Context

The G20 is made up of the world’s 20 largest economies, i.e. the United States, Germany, United Kingdom, Turkey, South Africa, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Japan, Mexico, Italy, India, Indonesia, France, China, Canada, Brazil, Australia, and Argentina, and the European Union (EU).

Advice

Individuals present in Buenos Aires are advised to avoid the meeting site and any associated protests as a precaution.