Argentina Targets Falklands Oil Firms
Argentina is filing new legal complaints against companies exploring for oil near the Falkland Islands. The government is also preparing legislation to toughen sanctions. Britain has defended the legitimate economic activity.
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Argentina will file new legal complaints against energy companies exploring near the Falkland Islands, escalating a territorial campaign against businesses operating in the British overseas territory. The escalation follows government preparations for legislation this week to toughen sanctions against firms working in the archipelago. The legal push raises the prospect of wider diplomatic tensions with the United Kingdom.
