Argentina's centre-right governing coalition wins mid-term congressional election

Argentina's centre-right governing coalition has won a sweeping victory in mid-term congressional elections. The result will strengthen President Mauricio Macri's position as he seeks to complete his pro-market reforms. He told supporters that they had shown it was possible to change the history of Argentina. 

Former left-wing President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner secured a seat in the Senate, giving her immunity from



corruption charges. The vote was seen as a referendum on Mr Macri, who has worked to implement economic reforms he says are crucial to restore the country's economy.

Official results showed, his Cambiemos, which means Let's Change movement won in 13 of Argentina's 23 provinces, including the five biggest population areas. Despite the gains, he fell short of an overall majority in congress.