Overview
- The 61st IDEA Colloquium runs October 15–17 at the Sheraton Mar del Plata under the theme 'Juega Argentina' with more than 1,000 business leaders, officials and governors attending.
- President Javier Milei skips the forum due to commitments in Washington that include a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, with spokesperson Manuel Adorni delivering his message to attendees.
- Economy Minister Luis Caputo participates remotely after U.S. meetings and has said new economic announcements will come soon, making his remarks a focal point for investors.
- The government’s on-site presence includes Minister of Deregulation Federico Sturzenegger and Labor Secretary Julio Cordero, reflecting engagement with the business community despite Milei’s absence.
- Debate centers on competitiveness and structural changes such as tax, labor and pension reforms with a push for fiscal responsibility, set against financial tension and the fast-approaching legislative elections.