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MileiTrump Meeting Confirmed in New York as Argentina Seeks U.S. Treasury Support

The talks focus on Exchange Stabilization Fund options to reinforce reserves before sizable 2026 bond repayments.

Overview

  • The Argentine Presidency confirmed the bilateral for Tuesday in New York, with Economy Minister Luis Caputo joining the delegation.
  • Officials say the priority is advancing a U.S. Treasury loan or credit line to bolster the central bank and address 2026 maturities of about $4.0 billion in January and $4.5 billion in July.
  • The Central Bank sold roughly $1.11 billion over three trading days to defend the peso after the dollar rate breached the government’s exchange band ceiling.
  • Talks also cover a reciprocal tariff‑reduction agreement, entry to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program for Argentine travelers, and expanded security cooperation.
  • Advisers expect Milei to raise the detention of gendarme Nahuel Gallo in Venezuela during his UN address and to reaffirm alignment with Israel and Ukraine.