President Javier Milei expresses his intention to establish the “strategic alliance” with the United States, under the leadership of ally President Donald Trump, as a “state policy.” During a state of the nation address to Congress on Sunday night, the leader of La Libertad Avanza stated, “the South Atlantic is the strategic battleground of the … Read more
President Javier Milei is poised to embark on a rigorous international tour this week, commencing with a visit to the United States, which has already necessitated several last-minute adjustments to his schedule. The leader of La Libertad Avanza adjusted his agenda following an invitation from US President Donald Trump to participate in the inaugural meeting … Read more
President Javier Milei has adjusted his agenda for the upcoming weeks, postponing a scheduled trip to the United States to participate in the inaugural meeting of Donald Trump’s Board of Peace on February 19 in Washington DC. Milei had originally scheduled a trip to the US this week, with plans to visit Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate … Read more
China and Uruguay committed to enhancing their economic ties on Tuesday, coinciding with Javier Milei in Argentina embracing the Trump administration’s revitalized approach in the region. Following a meeting in Beijing between presidents Yamandú Orsi and Xi Jinping, Uruguay and China formalized over a dozen agreements encompassing investment, trade, and scientific cooperation. In a distinct … Read more
Investors from T. Rowe Price Group Inc. to TCW Group Inc are adopting a strategy that is swiftly gaining traction in emerging markets: channeling funds into Latin American countries that align with US President Donald Trump. Investment professionals at these firms are showing a preference for government bonds from countries like Ecuador and Argentina, where … Read more
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on Sunday that Trump’s endorsement and the US$20 billion U.S. currency swap with Argentina have facilitated President Javier Milei’s strong performance in October’s midterm elections. In an interview, Bessent remarked: “[Trump] endorsed President Milei.” Clearly, President Milei surpassed all expectations in the polls, achieving a significant victory. It appears … Read more
Latin America prepared for a significant impact as President Donald Trump’s tariffs disrupted global trade last year. However, the current period presents an unprecedented opportunity for the region’s exports. On Tuesday, Argentina reported that its exports in the previous year ranked as the second-highest in the nation’s history. The release came on the heels of … Read more
President Javier Milei praised the leadership of US President Donald Trump, advocated for free-market capitalism, and criticized socialism during a notably restrained address at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday. Milei, regarded as Trump’s principal ally in Latin America, underscored his strong ties with Washington and articulated a defense of “Judeo-Christian values.” Highlighting … Read more
It is widely acknowledged that a primary objective of the U.S. intervention in Venezuela, culminating in the apprehension of former president Nicolás Maduro, was to ensure access to the nation’s oil resources. Shortly after the invasion, the White House asserted its intention to exert control over Venezuela’s oil sales “indefinitely.” Experts indicate that this disruption … Read more
While it remains premature to determine if President Javier Milei will be remembered as having aligned with the prevailing moral narrative by fervently and steadfastly supporting the inaugural US bombing of a South American capital, he ought to be acknowledged for his alignment with the dynamics of power. History and power do not consistently align … Read more