In the context of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Javier Milei and Donald Trump met for the first time as heads of state at the Gaylord hotel convention center in Maryland, United States. With a shared agenda that includes defending conservative values, promoting economic reforms, and aligned foreign policy, both leaders project a collaboration that could redefine international dynamics in the coming years.
The meeting at CPAC not only strengthens the personal ties between Milei and Trump but also positions Argentina as a strategic partner of the United States in Latin America, amid growing polarization and global challenges. Trump highlighted Milei's efforts to stabilize the Argentine economy and reduce inflation, while the Argentine president reaffirmed his commitment to an agenda of structural reforms inspired by the American conservative model.
Trump's explicit support for Milei not only reinforces the Argentine leader's position internationally but also has implications for domestic politics. Trump's figure, as a reference for global conservatism, provides legitimacy and projection to the policies promoted by the Argentine government.
Last night, before the official meeting, Milei and his delegation attended a dinner at Café Milano, a renowned restaurant in Georgetown. After finishing his speech at CPAC, Trump welcomed Milei alongside his delegation, which included important Argentine officials. During the meeting, Trump praised Milei's management of Argentina, highlighting progress in the fight against inflation.
The relationship between Javier Milei and Donald Trump is consolidating as a key strategic alliance on the global stage. This political gesture underscored the closeness between both leaders and marked a milestone in the bilateral relationship between the United States and Argentina. During the meeting in Maryland, Milei and Trump discussed topics of global relevance, in a context marked by the crisis in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine, and trade tensions with China. Trump invited Milei as one of the three foreign leaders present during his inauguration as president.
The meeting, which took place in a private room under strict security measures, highlighted the personal and ideological alignment between both leaders, consolidating a relationship that had already shown signs of closeness in previous meetings. The meeting started past 6 PM (Argentina time) and lasted for twenty minutes. Milei's visit to the United States underscores the importance of the strategic alliance between both countries and the international political support Milei has achieved thanks to his leadership in Argentine politics.
