Argentina's Milei Balances Economic Gains with Rising Poverty
President Javier Milei's radical reforms have reduced inflation but increased poverty, drawing mixed reactions domestically and abroad.
- Inflation has dropped significantly, but poverty rates have soared from 45% to 57%.
- Milei's austerity measures led to budget surpluses but hurt ordinary citizens.
- His diplomatic tour in Europe saw both accolades and snubs from leaders.
- Milei's confrontational style has strained Argentina's relations with Spain and other countries.
- A new reform package aims to attract investment and stabilize the economy.