In the run-up to the crucial negotiation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Argentine president Javier Milei and the Minister of Economy, Luis Caputo, are in New York to defend their economic plan before investors on Wall Street.
This Monday, both will participate in the opening of activities at the New York Stock Exchange, an event that marks a significant moment in their tour of the United States. The visit of Javier Milei and Caputo to Wall Street is not just a formality, but a strategic opportunity to present the International Investment and Guarantee Regime (RIGI) and the upcoming economic measures that the government plans to implement.
The agenda includes meetings with executives of finance, banks and investment funds, where the future steps of Argentine economic policy and the need for large investments will be discussed. The RIGI is a centerpiece of Milei’s economic plan, designed to attract foreign investment by ensuring stability and legal certainty..
This regime seeks to offer a reliable framework for investors, ensuring that their investments will be protected against abrupt changes in economic policy. The implementation of the RIGI is seen as a crucial step towards revitalizing the Argentine economy, which has faced significant challenges in recent years.
In addition to the presentation of the RIGI, Milei and Caputo will discuss the next economic measures that the government plans to implement. These measures include structural reforms aimed at improving the competitiveness of the Argentine economy and fostering a more favorable environment for business..
The proposed reforms include simplifying the tax system, cutting red tape and promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. The visit to Wall Street also has an important symbolic component.
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The participation of Milei The bell ringing ceremony that marks the opening of stock market activity is a gesture of confidence towards international markets. This act symbolizes Argentina’s openness to the world and its willingness to work closely with the global financial community.
Within the framework of this visit, Javier Milei and Caputo will also meet with Tesla CEO Elon Musk and the Council on Foreign Relations. These meetings are part of a broader effort to strengthen bilateral relations and explore opportunities for collaboration in key areas such as technology and energy.