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Argentina
South America
Exercise Increased CautionChronic economic instability fuels opportunistic crime. Pickpocketing and phone snatching common in Buenos Aires. Express kidnapping is an increasing risk. Generally safer than Brazil but caution needed.
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Current Safety Score
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70
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Generally safe — some areas of caution.
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