Britain : UK to train Argentine cadets
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Diplomats in London have revealed plans for Argentine cadets to train at Sandhurst military academy, writes Hugh O'Shaughnessy. The British and Argentine governments are discussing the arrangements as part of a project for military co-operation that would include joint military exercises and training.
Argentina's president, Carlos Menem, has for years sought a rapprochement with the UK, and the sending of Argentine forces to former Yugoslavia, Cyprus and the Gulf was part of the strategy to get closer to the western powers. His foreign minister has revealed that he tried to have troops stationed as close as possible to British units.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments