Javier Milei

Javier Gerardo Milei is an Argentine politician and economist who has served as the president of Argentina since December 2023. Milei has taught university courses and written on various aspects of economics and politics, and also hosted radio programs on the subject. Milei's views distinguish him within Argentine politics.
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Some of the key events about Javier Milei

  • 1998
    Graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Belgrano
  • 1998
    Expelled from Belgrano Day School for disciplinary issues
  • 2004
    Completed a master's degree in Economics at Instituto de Desarrollo Económico y Social
  • 2006
    Began teaching Economics at the University of Buenos Aires
  • 2014
    Published his first book, "Economía descuartizada"
  • 2014
    Fired from a teaching position at the University of Buenos Aires for controversial statements
  • 2016
    Started gaining popularity as a television commentator on economic issues
  • 2018
    Founded the political party La Libertad Avanza
  • 2018
    Criticized for making sexist remarks about women in politics
  • 2019
    Launched his campaign for national deputy of Buenos Aires
  • 2019
    Faced backlash for suggesting that organ donation should be mandatory
  • 2020
    Accused of promoting conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 pandemic
  • 2021
    Elected as a national deputy for the city of Buenos Aires
  • 2021
    Criticized for comparing social justice to Nazism
  • 2021
    Faced controversy for suggesting that climate change is a "socialist lie"
  • 2022
    Published the book "El fin de la inflación" about ending inflation
  • 2022
    Criticized for proposing the elimination of Argentina's Central Bank
  • 2023
    Won the presidential election in Argentina
  • 2023
    Faced backlash for suggesting the privatization of public education and healthcare
  • 2023
    Criticized for proposing to cut diplomatic ties with major trading partners like China and Brazil

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UK leader stands firm on green plans as Trump prepares for White House return

UK leader stands firm on green plans as Trump prepares for White House return

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Economics, Politics • November 18 2024 , 01:14 PM  •  289 views
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Azerbaijan's oil boss hosts world's biggest climate talk, and its getting weird

67000 people flew to oil-rich Azerbaijan for another climate meeting while most world leaders stayed home. Nations talk about cutting emissions‚ yet private jets at the event doubled from last year

Society, Politics • November 16 2024 , 09:02 PM  •  688 views
Inside secret Mar-a-Lago dinner: Why Musk wants to copy Argentina's budget cuts

Inside secret Mar-a-Lago dinner: Why Musk wants to copy Argentina's budget cuts

A high-profile meeting between **Elon Musk** and Argentinaʼs **Javier Milei** reveals plans to bring drastic budget cuts to US government. Their unexpected partnership shows new direction for American spending reform

Economics, Politics • November 16 2024 , 07:53 AM  •  203 views
Argentinian leader flies to Florida for unexpected Trump and Musk gathering

Argentinian leader flies to Florida for unexpected Trump and Musk gathering

Argentinian President makes a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago becoming first foreign leader to meet with Trump. The visit includes planned talks with Elon Musk about reducing government costs

Business, Economics, Politics • November 15 2024 , 03:22 AM  •  454 views
Argentine top diplomat loses job after surprising Cuba embargo vote

Argentine top diplomat loses job after surprising Cuba embargo vote

President Milei fired his foreign minister after she backed UN resolution against US Cuba embargo. The move highlights Argentinaʼs sharp turn in foreign policy under its new leader-president

Economics, Politics • October 31 2024 , 06:09 PM  •  474 views
Argentine leader sees chance to get Falklands back after UK's recent territory deal

Argentine leader sees chance to get Falklands back after UK's recent territory deal

UKʼs decision to give up Chagos Islands to Mauritius makes Argentine president hopeful about Falklands future. British politicians warn about dangerous precedent while government tries to calm fears

Society, Politics • October 29 2024 , 09:01 PM  •  181 views