Argentine President Javier Milei is actively pursuing a trade agreement with the United States, facing challenges due to the country’s membership in Mercosur.
Milei's U.S. Address
Javier Milei spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) near Washington, expressing Argentina's desire to enter into a mutually beneficial trade agreement with the U.S. He pointed out that Argentina would already be working on such a deal if not for the restrictions imposed by Mercosur.
Argentina's Challenges
Milei has been embroiled in a scandal due to his endorsement of the meme coin Libra, which plummeted 90% in value. Federal prosecutor Eduardo Taiano is investigating the case.
Meetings with Global Leaders
During his visit to the U.S., Milei also held meetings with Elon Musk and IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva. Talks with the IMF focused on Argentina’s ongoing debt agreement.
Javier Milei is aiming to strengthen Argentina’s position on the international stage by negotiating a trade agreement with the U.S., despite internal scandals and financial challenges.
