News of milei government

Pope says a nation judged by how it treats disabled citizens

09-11-2026 09:53 Leo says disabled people were "not a burden on society" but "a blessing."

Pontiff challenges Milei's vision for Argentina's economy

09-11-2026 08:56 In front of President Javier Milei and his Cabinet, Vatican leader raises concerns over plight of pensioners and exodus of young people abroad; Catholic leader defends education funding and questioned an austerity model that lacks social inclusion.

by Ariel Maciel

What Milei can learn from elections in Brazil and US

06-11-2026 00:14 Milei has spent most of 2026 in denial about the economic problems facing many Argentines, including a lot of the voters who backed him in 2023.

by Marcelo J. García

Bullrich's camp plays down talk of split with Milei ahead of meeting

05-11-2026 17:12 Local media reports suggest potential Milei-Bullrich split as tensions mount within ruling party.

Milei's boom-and-bust economy sparks exodus from Buenos Aires

02-11-2026 18:14 La Libertad Avanza leader's economic model is creating new winners and losers – pushing his political popularity to the limit ahead of his re-election bid next year.

Brazil summons Argentine diplomat over Flávio Bolsonaro's escape

30-10-2026 15:40 Brasília seeks explanations from Javier Milei's government over the defeated presidential candidate's passage through Argentina en route to the United States.

Top US diplomat hails close alignment with Milei's Argentina

23-10-2026 09:46 Christopher Landau praises Argentina's government during visit to Buenos Aires; Trip comes days after US ambassador's speech linked US support to Milei's re-election in next year's vote.

Argentina seals water deal in win for Milei’s privatisation push

22-10-2026 19:36 Government confirms it will sell its shares in AySA to a consortium made up of local and Brazilian companies, with the contract to be signed next month.

Bond sell-off blindsides bulls as election fears grow

21-10-2026 15:10 Rout has taken investors by surprise; Sovereign dollar bonds have been the worst performers across emerging markets over the past two months.

Report: Argentina has fewest companies in 19 years

20-10-2026 14:55 More than 32,000 firms have disappeared since Milei took office, according to a new report; Numbers have fallen for 18 consecutive months across 23 of the country’s 24 provinces.

by Ezequiel Orlando

Argentina eyes tapping China swap to cover 2027 financing needs

14-10-2026 14:30 Milei administration may look to tap currency swap line with China if it can’t refinance dollar-denominated bonds under local law.

Inflation edged up 1.9% in September, lifting annual rate to 33.4%

13-10-2026 17:19 September’s consumer price index rose by 0.2 percentage points from August, according to INDEC; Food prices a concern; Inflation so far this year now totals 23.6%.

Milei fails to boost lending as banks load up on government debt

08-10-2026 08:54 Tight monetary policy and high interest rates are driving banks back into government debt as the economy slows, partly due to a lack of credit.

Intellectuals challenge government’s Malvinas stance

07-10-2026 23:40 Intellectuals, academics, lawyers and former officials say the sovereignty dispute should leave room for political disagreement.

Milei sticks to his guns even if he looks crazy

03-10-2026 00:31 President Javier Milei has once again captured the spotlight and is using it to set the agenda to his tune. But are voters listening?

by Agustino Fontevecchia

Argentina offers golden passports to foreigners for US$350,000

02-10-2026 12:12 President Javier Milei's government will offer a "golden passport" to foreigners for a non-refunable payment of US$350,000 – or US$500,000 for a family of four. Applicants be will subject to "rigourous evaluation process."

Milei claims Argentina has ‘deported 30,000 terrorists’ under his watch

28-09-2026 16:29 President Javier Milei raises eyebrows by stating in an interview that his government has “thrown out” some 30,000 ”terrorists” since start of 2025; Lawmakers file formal enquiry seeking information about claim.

Milei heads to Paris to court investment, meet Macron

28-09-2026 12:02 Latest edition of 'Argentina Week' roadshow in France; President leads a major delegation of governors and officials to France as government seeks investment amid economic slowdown.

Court confirms trial of former ANDIS chief Diego Spagnuolo on graft charges

23-09-2026 01:12 Former chief of the ANDIS national disability agency to stand trial in a case investigating presumed bribery in medical purchases.

Adorni tries to explain his assets to courts in illegal enrichment case

22-09-2026 16:37 Milei’s former Cabinet chief seeks to explain disputed assets, property purchases and cash spending in 78-page filing, but doubts still remain over his claims.