Argentina's Milei to Meet Trump, Netanyahu in New York

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Above: Donald Trump and Javier Milei (R) at Mar-a-Lago on Nov. 14, 2024. Image copyright: Joe Raedle/Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-government narrative

That Milei will meet with Trump this week further reasserts the solid alliance and strategic partnership between Argentina and the U.S. Regarding the emergency loan, it's clear that financial pressures on Argentina stem not from policy failures, as economic results have been impressive, but rather from political uncertainty after the defeat in Buenos Aires province elections. Markets want to ensure that the country remains on track, and support from the U.S. signals just that.

La Derecha Diario The Rio Times

Government-critical narrative

This desperate scramble for U.S. assistance highlights the fundamental weakness of his economic model, which has left Argentina's financial system teetering on the brink as Milei depletes reserves at an unsustainable pace while facing mounting political isolation. With Congress increasingly hostile and governors abandoning support, Milei is now facing the harsh reality that campaign promises cannot substitute for competent economic management.

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