Milei's Trump Tango: Argentina's High-Stakes Gamble

Argentine President Javier Milei embraces a strong alliance with Donald Trump, hoping it will aid Argentina's struggling economy. Despite supporting Trump's tariffs and libertarian values, Milei hasn't translated this relationship into economic gains. Critics question the practicality of Milei's approach amid a pending IMF bailout and unfulfilled meetings.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Buenosaires | Updated: 05-04-2025 13:51 IST | Created: 05-04-2025 13:51 IST
Milei's Trump Tango: Argentina's High-Stakes Gamble
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Argentina's President Javier Milei has embraced his relationship with Donald Trump, showcasing it as a potential boon for his country's ailing economy. However, experts and critics remain skeptical about its benefits.

Milei has aligned himself with Trump's policies, including supporting tariffs and withdrawing from international agreements, but the promised economic gains have yet to materialize.

An anticipated meeting between Milei and Trump at Mar-a-Lago did not occur, drawing criticism from political opponents. As Argentina seeks a crucial IMF bailout, Milei's diplomatic efforts seem to hang in the balance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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