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Argentina's President Javier Milei Eyes IMF Deal Amid Economic Overhaul

In a recent congressional address, President Milei emphasized upcoming negotiations with the IMF, presenting a positive outlook for Argentina's economy despite political opposition.

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  1. In address to congress, Argentine President Milei promises IMF deal and lauds economic wins

    Milei has largely relied on decrees and other executive powers to deregulate industries, dissolve ministries, lay off over 40,000 public employees, eliminate public works projects, slash inflation adjustments for pensions and wages and curb the powers of trade unions, among other changes.

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  2. Milei to Seek Congress Support for IMF Deal ‘in Coming Days’

    Argentine President Javier Milei announced Saturday night that he will seek congressional support for a new program his government is negotiating with the International Monetary Fund, the most concrete sign yet that talks are advancing toward final stages.

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  3. In Address to Congress, Argentine President Milei Promises IMF Deal and Lauds Economic Wins

    While Milei's speech couched his successes as wins for the Argentine people, a boycott by members of Argentina’s left-leaning opposition Peronist party, Unión por la Patria, left the typically packed legislative chamber half-empty.

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Mar 2nd, 2025, 2:31 AM ET

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In his annual address, President Javier Milei indicated that a new IMF deal is on the horizon as he seeks congressional support. He highlighted lowered inflation rates and the possibility of leaving the Mercosur trade bloc for a U.S. agreement. Despite presenting a positive economic outlook, Milei's leadership has faced controversy, including opposition boycotts and a scandal involving cryptocurrency. His government is under scrutiny as it navigates significant reforms and prepares for midterm elections, with potential implications for executive power and governance.

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  • President Javier Milei is optimistic about achieving a new deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize Argentina's economy, seeking congressional support for this initiative.

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