Argentina: Milei praises relationship with Trump
Deutsche Welle
March 2, 2026
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Argentinian President Javier Milei delivered a speech to parliament praising his relationship with former U.S. President Donald Trump and calling for a "strategic alliance" between Argentina and the United States to be elevated to a "state policy." During his 90-minute address, Milei emphasized the importance of maintaining strong ties with Washington, particularly given the financial support provided last year and his personal rapport with Trump, whom he described as a "key ally." He also expressed solidarity with the U.S.-backed campaign against Iran, including the ongoing conflict involving Israel, which has drawn Argentina into a sensitive geopolitical stance.
Milei highlighted Argentina's strategic significance in the region, touting its role as a major supplier of raw materials and energy. He described the South Atlantic as a "strategic battleground" for the coming decades and vowed to position Argentina as a key player in the Americas, referencing a vision of a renewed era of U.S.-led influence. His speech also focused on Argentina's geographic优势, straddling two oceans and extending into Antarctica, which he claimed makes it a pivotal actor
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Originally published on Deutsche Welle on 3/2/2026