Daily brief
Argentina's government has signed into law a reform easing restrictions on mining near glaciers, a move that has triggered both protests and a rush of investment interest (ongoing coverage). The legislation, known as the 'glacier law', was passed by Congress. Separately, President Javier Milei has been selected to participate in Israel's upcoming Independence Day ceremony. Within his political coalition, allies are facing internal pressure and scrutiny. At a summit in Brazil with African nations, Argentina rejected a proposed anti-racism declaration. In other regional news, officials from Chile and the United States held discussions on migration and security issues.