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Montevideo, October 20th 2025 - 10:39 UTC

Tag: Javier Milei

  • Monday, July 28th 2025 - 10:59 UTC

    Argentina and US advancing in construction of an integrated naval base in Tierra del Fuego

    US Southern Command chief Admiral Alvin Holsey when visiting Argentina and meeting President Javier Milei

    The Argentine government shipyard Company Tandanor has finished the flat cement foundation on which the Joint Antarctic Command for the Ushuaia integrated naval base in Tierra del Fuego province is to be built, points out Buenos Aires media.

  • Monday, July 28th 2025 - 10:57 UTC

    Milei tells SRA his plans include FTA with US despite Mercosur

    Milei wants Argentina to reenter the world economy as a major trading player

    During his speech at the Argentina Rural Society's (SRA) Annual Exhibition in Buenos Aires, President Javier Milei emphasized his government’s first-year achievements, ongoing reforms, and vision for the future. Among other issues, Milei insisted that his government was seeking an FTA with the United States, circumventing Mercosur constraints.

  • Monday, July 28th 2025 - 10:52 UTC

    CFK lashes out at Milei: “He governs for the rich”

    CFK insisted she was “on the right side of history”

    In an audio message commemorating the anniversary of Eva Perón's death on Saturday, July 26, former Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner (CFK) heavily criticized President Javier Milei, calling his government a “disaster” that “governs for the rich.”

  • Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 - 10:40 UTC

    Future US Ambassador to Buenos Aires insists on neutrality regarding Falklands' case

    Lamelas also described Argentina as a “key player” to form an “unprecedented alliance” with

    Peter Lamelas, Donald Trump's ambassador-designate to Argentina, reiterated Tuesday during his confirmation hearing before the US Senate that his country was neutral regarding the Falkland/Malvinas Islands issue. In addition, he described Argentina as a “key player” and insisted he was looking forward to an “unprecedented alliance” with President Javier Milei, whom he described as a “friend” of Donald Trump.

  • Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 - 09:54 UTC

    Argentine Deputy Foreign Minister fails to meet Milei's standards

    Bustamante had been appointed during the tenure of the disgraced Diana Mondino

    Eduardo Bustamante resigned on Friday as Argentina's Secretary of Foreign Affairs (Deputy Foreign Minister), but the news would only become public on Tuesday when it appeared in the latest issue of the Official Gazette. At least that remains the official version. According to Clarín, he was sacked because he “didn't measure up” and “did things that strayed from the established line.” He had been appointed by former Foreign Minister Diana Mondino, who was also booted by President Javier Milei.

  • Tuesday, July 22nd 2025 - 10:54 UTC

    Argentina relaxes visa requirements for Chinese and Dominican nationals

    Milei has publicly shifted his position, now viewing China as an “interesting partner”

    The Argentine government of President Javier Milei has implemented a new policy allowing automatic entry for Chinese and Dominican Republic nationals who possess a valid US visa, effective Tuesday. This measure, outlined in Resolution 316/2025, is a reciprocal gesture following China's decision in May to waive visa requirements for Argentine citizens for tourism and business purposes until May 31, 2026. The Dominican Republic also exempts Argentines from visa requirements for tourism.

  • Friday, July 18th 2025 - 20:58 UTC

    Milei vows to bring those behind AMIA bombing to Justice

    Armoza directly blamed Iran for the attack

    Argentine President Javier Milei pledged Friday to keep struggling until those responsible for the July 18, 1994, bombing of the Argentine Israeli Mutual Association (AMIA) headquarters in Buenos Aires are held to account.

  • Thursday, July 17th 2025 - 10:35 UTC

    Buenos Aires to hold AMIA bombing anniversary ceremony under tight security

    Milei said he would be attending the event despite security concerns (Pic CeDoc)

    As the 31st anniversary of the Argentine Israeli Mutual Association (AMIA) bombing looms over, Iran has strongly criticized President Javier Milei for his unwavering support of Israel. Iran's embassy in the UK issued a document condemning Argentina, alongside Canada, the Czech Republic, and Paraguay, for backing Israel's “military actions” against Iran and condemning Iran's “defensive attacks.”

  • Wednesday, July 16th 2025 - 10:55 UTC

    Falklands, Argentine opposition demands information on alleged Argentina, UK, US, NATO understanding

    Member of the Lower House, Roxana Monzon

    A recent article published by The Economist, and reproduced by MP, indicating a secret military dialogue between Argentina and UK, with the backing of the President Trump administration, which could lead to a softening of President Javier Milei’s Argentine claim over the Falkland/Malvinas Islands in exchange for NATO military support, has triggered demands for answers in the Argentine Congress.

  • Monday, July 14th 2025 - 10:44 UTC

    Milei ups rift with Villarruel

    Milei reposted publications calling Villarruel a “traitor”, a “demagogue,” and a “brute”

    Argentine President Javier Milei has publicly escalated his conflict with Vice President Victoria Villarruel, reposting a series of accusatory messages on his X account, labeling her a “traitor,” “demagogue,” and “brute.” This follows growing tension between the two, particularly after Villarruel presided over a Senate session that approved opposition-backed bills to increase pensions, which Milei vowed to veto.