VOICED : Juez de EEUU levanta bajo condiciones medidas contra Argentina

VOICED : Juez de EEUU levanta bajo condiciones medidas contra Argentina

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Social Studies, Business, History

10th - 12th Grade

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Judge Thomas Griesa lifted measures against Argentina regarding its defaulted debt from 2001, with conditions. Argentina must repeal laws blocking agreements with holdout creditors and pay those who accepted offers by February 29. The resolution will take effect in two weeks, allowing time for appeals. This decision follows Buenos Aires reaching a pre-agreement with tough holdouts. Argentina aims to lift Pari-Pasú orders to return to financial markets and pay restructured bonds.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Judge Thomas Griesa take regarding Argentina's debt situation?

He increased the interest rates.

He lifted measures against Argentina.

He imposed new sanctions.

He dismissed the case.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must Argentina do to comply with the conditions set by the judge?

Reduce its national debt by half.

Increase its foreign reserves.

Repeal laws blocking agreements with holdouts.

Negotiate new trade deals.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By what date must Argentina pay creditors who accepted offers?

February 29

March 1

January 31

April 15

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the two-week delay in the resolution's effectiveness?

To allow Argentina to gather funds.

To enable creditors to appeal.

To negotiate new terms.

To finalize the agreement.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Argentina's goal in requesting the lifting of Pari-Pasú orders?

To return to financial markets.

To increase its exports.

To improve diplomatic relations.

To reduce inflation.