Scoop: DHS snubs Argentina delegation in "embarrassing" delay of visa deal
Summary
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security paused a visa-waiver agreement with Argentina at the last minute. Argentine officials were already traveling to Washington, D.C., to finalize the deal when they were informed of this decision. The delay stemmed from internal communication issues within the U.S. government, and concerns about corruption in Argentina.Key Facts
- The visa-waiver agreement would let Argentinians visit the U.S. for 90 days without a visa.
- The pause was due to a lack of communication from U.S. Homeland Security.
- The U.S. wanted to discuss corruption concerns in Argentina before finalizing the deal.
- Argentine officials traveled to the U.S. for the signing but were stopped en route.
- Argentina agreed to switch from using Chinese-made systems to U.S. ones for customs as part of the deal.
- U.S. officials did not communicate the concerns to Argentina before their visit.
- The Argentine delegation returned home without signing the agreement.
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