Argentine President Milei decides to shut down national news agency Telam
The government of Argentine President Javier Milei has decided to shut down the Argentine National News Agency, Telam, as part of efforts to cut spending.
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Argentine President Javier Milei's government has decided to shut down the Argentine National News Agency, Telam, following its move against the country's central bank.
Following the decision, Telam employees gathered in front of the headquarters to protest the government.
MILEI GAVE THE ORDER
Argentine Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni stated at a press conference held at the Executive Center, Casa Rosada, "Claims that this decision is a blow to pluralistic media or freedom of the press are baseless. There is nothing more to add; it was one of President Milei's campaign promises, and he gave the order for its implementation."
Noting that Telam had incurred a loss of 24 million dollars, Adorni stated that technical issues regarding the employees are being analyzed.
Numerous print and visual media representatives operating in Argentina stated in a joint press release that the government's decision on Telam is an attack on freedom of expression.
It was reported that the state-owned Telam, founded in 1945, has 700 employees.