President Javier Milei has adjusted his official schedule, canceling a planned trip to the United States to attend the Gala de Prosperidad Hispana. The change comes following an invitation from President Donald Trump to the inaugural meeting of the Council of Peace, scheduled for February 19th in Washington.
A Shift in Focus
According to a statement from the President’s office, Milei has decided to “abocarse a su agenda local,” or focus on his domestic agenda, due to the proximity of the two engagements. This week, the government intends to seek approval for labor reform in the Senate on Wednesday and a reduction in the age of criminal responsibility in the Chamber of Deputies on Thursday.
Minister of Deregulation and Transformation of the State, Federico Sturzenegger, will attend the gala at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property in Milei’s place. However, Milei will participate in the event virtually.
The Council of Peace
The upcoming meeting will formally launch the Council of Peace, an initiative spearheaded by Trump. The meeting will be held at the American Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., and will bring together heads of state and international leaders.
The Council of Peace aims to function as an alternative to traditional multilateral organizations for resolving armed conflicts. In addition to Argentina, member states include Paraguay, Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador, Hungary, Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Pakistan, and Kazakhstan.
The invitation to Milei follows the signing of a trade agreement with the United States last week, which the President described as a measure that “consolidates a strategic relationship between both countries.”
While the government has confirmed Milei’s participation in the Washington meeting, no details regarding his agenda have been released. Another planned engagement for the President in the U.S. Is the opening of Argentina Week, a summit for business leaders and investors, scheduled for March 9-11 in New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Council of Peace?
The Council of Peace is an international initiative launched by Donald Trump, intended to serve as an alternative to traditional multilateral organizations for resolving armed conflicts.
Who is attending the Council of Peace meeting?
The meeting will include heads of state and international leaders from countries including Argentina, Paraguay, Israel, Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia.
Why did Javier Milei change his travel plans?
The President decided to focus on his domestic agenda, specifically seeking approval for labor reform and a reduction in the age of criminal responsibility, due to the close proximity of the Council of Peace meeting and commitments in Argentina.
How might the Council of Peace’s approach to conflict resolution differ from that of established international bodies like the United Nations?
