The European Union and MERCOSUR have been working together for years. They aim to strengthen their relations to advance mutually beneficial political and trade agreements. Days after the inauguration of Javier Milei as President of Argentina, a European delegation traveled to the cities of Buenos Aires and Rosario to meet with Argentine officials and businessmen, in order to better understand the new playing field in one of the most influential countries of South American. Cultures Connection acted as an intermediary between the parties, providing business interpretation services for smooth communication.
A New Political and Economic Landscape in Argentina
The European Union delegation was in Argentina from December 17 to 22, 2023 to get a first-hand look at the political and economic situation of the country, marked by the inauguration of Milei as the new president of the Argentines exactly one week ago.
The trip of the European officials was divided in two. Buenos Aires was their first destination, where they held meetings with the new political leaders of important sectors such as the economy, foreign affairs, industry, agriculture, energy, and mining. They even had a courtesy telephone conversation with President Milei himself.
For a better understanding of the economic outlook, their visit included meetings with businessmen and trade unions from these aforementioned key sectors. In addition, Argentine officials organized a lunch with representatives of social NGOs and women’s and LGBTQI+ organizations.
Later, the delegation traveled to Rosario, also with a full agenda. They met with the governor of Santa Fe, talked with representatives of the province’s agricultural sector, and visited the river terminal on the Paraná River alongside a food processing plant.
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Simultaneous Business Interpretation Rises to the Occasion
Cultures Connection was of great help to the success of the activities. With a presence in Europe and South America and proven experience in language services for international organizations, Cultures Connection had no difficulty providing a team of interpreters. We also made the necessary arrangements to hire adequate technical equipment for the interpretation.
All meetings had a similar dynamic: a small group of English speakers listening to the ideas of the Spanish speakers who took the floor. The most convenient service for these cases is simultaneous interpretation, in which professional linguists interpret the speakers while they speak.
The linguists were equipped with microphones through which they spoke in English. The group listened through personal headphones. In this way, people can speak uninterrupted. The customized microphone system also provided mobility in the case of the outdoor guided tours. As a result, conversations felt natural, as if everyone was speaking the same language.
Don’t Underestimate the Power of Good Interpreting Equipment
It seems like a no-brainer, but it is worth noting. It’s not easy to get quality interpreting equipment. Even less so for meetings that will be held in two different cities abroad. Delegating the management of the technology to the interpreting agency is always a good idea. They have to experience necessary to choose the right equipment for the situation. Experience in the market will also allow you to know the best, cost-effective options.
Cultures Connection has a wealth of experience in Argentina. Our agency works throughout the country with a network of the best professional interpreters and the highest quality equipment suppliers. Being able to rely on this guarantee allowed EU authorities to focus fully on their work with their counterparts in Argentina, building a relationship that spells a new chapter for both nations. A step in the right direction, that started off on the right foot thanks to Cultures Connection.
