Argentina’s government has suspended banknote printing at the Casa de Moneda, the national mint established in 1875. This decision by President Javier Milei’s administration marks a significant shift in the country’s monetary policy. The move affects around 1,300 employees at the Casa de Moneda. Many workers now face mandatory vacations due to the production halt. […]
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