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Overview of Argentina
- Capital
- Buenos Aires
- Region
- South America
- GDP Per Capita, PPP
- $22,997
- GDP
- $445 billion
- Population
- 44,938,712
- Area
- 2,780,400 SQ.KM
Overview of Argentina
Argentina, the birthplace of tango, has experienced its share of tragedy and hardship since it became an independent nation in the early 19th century. During the 20th century, Argentina tilted between democracy and authoritarian rule, marked by the 1976-1983 “Dirty War” launched against political opponents of the country’s military government. Estimates of the number of people who disappeared during this period range from 7,000 to 30,000. Democracy returned to Argentina in 1983.
The overwhelming majority of its citizens are ethnically European or partially European, reflecting the country’s 16th-century Spanish colonization and the waves of 19th and early 20th century immigration that flowed from Europe – particularly Spain and Italy. While the majority of Argentines are Catholic, the nation is home to many other religions, including substantial Jewish and Muslim communities.
The World Bank classifies Argentina as a high-income nation. The country’s economy is driven by manufacturing, agricultural exports, natural resources and the services industry, which includes a thriving tourism industry.
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The population has a high literacy rate and the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report, which assesses women’s access to resources and opportunities compared to men, ranks Argentina comparatively high. However, violence against women has become a top public issue in the 21st century.
Argentina is a rich country culturally with deep traditions in literature, theater, cinema, visual arts and music – yes, the tango. The nation is the eighth-largest by land mass in the world.
The country is a member of major international organizations such as the United Nations, as well as regional groups such as Mercosur and the Union of South American Nations.
The population has a high literacy rate and the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report, which assesses women’s access to resources and opportunities compared to men, ranks Argentina comparatively high. However, violence against women has become a top public issue in the 21st century.
Argentina is a rich country culturally with deep traditions in literature, theater, cinema, visual arts and music – yes, the tango. The nation is the eighth-largest by land mass in the world.
The country is a member of major international organizations such as the United Nations, as well as regional groups such as Mercosur and the Union of South American Nations.
Argentina Rankings
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| Adventure | 67.8 | #11 |
|---|---|---|
| Agility | 29.2 | #29 |
| Cultural Influence | 21.6 | #34 |
| Entrepreneurship | 9.7 | #41 |
| Heritage | 47.7 | #19 |
| Movers | 26.2 | #41 |
| Open for Business | 27.6 | #73 |
| Power | 6.3 | #48 |
| Quality of Life | 8.8 | #59 |
| Social Purpose | 13.5 | #28 |
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| Adventure | 67.8 | #11 |
|---|---|---|
| Agility | 29.2 | #29 |
| Cultural Influence | 21.6 | #34 |
| Entrepreneurship | 9.7 | #41 |
| Heritage | 47.7 | #19 |
| Movers | 26.2 | #41 |
| Open for Business | 27.6 | #73 |
| Power | 6.3 | #48 |
| Quality of Life | 8.8 | #59 |
| Social Purpose | 13.5 | #28 |
Attributes
- 50.5Friendly
- 66.7Fun
- 50.4Good for tourism
- 75.9Pleasant climate
- 63.8Scenic
- 53.2Sexy
Attributes
- 42.1Adaptable
- 42.4Dynamic
- 14.0Modern
- 13.0Progressive
- 16.0Responsive
Attributes
- 46.3Culturally significant in terms of entertainment
- 12.2Fashionable
- 39.7Happy
- 19.8Has an influential culture
- 9.0Has strong consumer brands
- 14.0Modern
- 15.9Prestigious
- 12.6Trendy
Attributes
- 39.6Connected to the rest of the world
- 15.0Educated population
- 8.8Entrepreneurial
- 2.4Innovative
- 13.5Provides easy access to capital
- 7.3Skilled labor force
- 0.9Technological expertise
- 8.9Transparent business practices
- 3.0Well-developed digital infrastructure
- 12.6Well-developed infrastructure
- 5.7Well-developed legal framework
Attributes
- 51.5Culturally accessible
- 27.6Has a rich history
- 62.7Has great food
- 39.0Many cultural attractions
- 60.1Many geographic attractions
Attributes
- 10.1Different
- 30.6Distinctive
- 42.4Dynamic
- 25.2Unique
Attributes
- 10.4Cheap manufacturing costs
- 2.2Favorable tax environment
- 64.9Not Bureaucratic
- 31.6Not Corrupt
- 2.2Transparent government practices
Attributes
- 2.4A leader
- 4.6Economically influential
- 14.3Has strong exports
- 4.2Politically influential
- 7.6Strong international alliances
- 5.7Strong military
Attributes
- 5.1A good job market
- 33.6Affordable
- 1.6Economically stable
- 25.4Family-friendly
- 0.1Income equality
- 4.2Politically stable
- 4.7Safe
- 5.8Well-developed public education system
- 3.1Well-developed public health system
Attributes
- 10.8Cares about animal rights
- 14.1Cares about human rights
- 4.3Cares about the environment
- 2.3Committed to climate goals
- 4.7Committed to social justice
- 19.5Gender equality
- 25.1Racial equity
- 55.1Religious freedom
- 10.1Respects property rights
- 9.9Trustworthy
- 5.3Well-distributed political power
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