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Macri Signals Openness to Milei Alliance While Critiquing Leadership

The former president urges faster, inclusive reforms under Milei's administration and highlights unresolved tensions within Argentina's right-wing coalition.

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Overview

  • Mauricio Macri described himself as 'in observation' of President Javier Milei's government, expressing cautious support while calling for accelerated and more inclusive reforms.
  • Macri emphasized the need for broader societal engagement in the reform process to ensure sustainable change, reflecting concerns about the current administration's approach.
  • During a Fundación Libertad event, Macri had a notable exchange with presidential advisor Santiago Caputo, whom he described as 'inescrutable,' highlighting ongoing ideological and strategic differences.
  • The former president critiqued key figures within his political sphere, including Patricia Bullrich and Horacio Rodríguez Larreta, accusing them of prioritizing personal power and undermining the PRO's unity.
  • Macri also criticized Boca Juniors' president Juan Román Riquelme, urging a leadership overhaul to address what he described as a lack of professionalism and collegial governance at the club.