Overview
- Sáenz briefed provincial senators on a “participatory and federal” 2026 budget of about 4 trillion pesos that prioritizes fiscal responsibility and spending efficiency.
- The government highlighted a reported US$300 million cut to provincial debt and said Salta ranks among the five provinces with the lowest relative public spending.
- Cabinet shake-ups were ruled out for now as Sáenz prepares a redesign that reduces secretariats and reviews ministries, with changes targeted for year-end or early 2026.
- Meetings with intendentes outlined project priorities across departments, with continued funding for infrastructure, health, education, security and social programs.
- Sáenz pressed for national investment in strategic northern works while Milei’s team engages governors on a potential funds-for-reforms pact that could shape transfers and public works.