Macron and Milei Clash Over Climate and Trade in Argentina Meeting

French President Macron seeks to align Argentina's Milei with international climate goals and opposes the EU-Mercosur trade deal.

French President Emmanuel Macron met with Argentina's President Javier Milei in Buenos Aires ahead of the G20 summit in Brazil.
Macron emphasized France's opposition to the EU-Mercosur trade deal, citing concerns about the impact on French agriculture.
Milei, known for his climate skepticism, has not confirmed a withdrawal from the Paris Agreement but pulled Argentina from COP29 negotiations.
Macron paid tribute to victims of Argentina's military dictatorship, a move contrasting with Milei's revisionist stance on the era.
Both leaders discussed the importance of international consensus on climate change, despite their differing viewpoints.