26/06/2026 10:01 - Politica
Argentine President Javier Milei met with Santiago Abascal, leader of Spain's Vox party, during his stay in Madrid. The meeting took place within the context of a private visit by the Argentine president to Spain, with no official agenda scheduled.
This meeting comes as no surprise, as both leaders share ideological affinity within the conservative and liberal right spectrum. Santiago Abascal has been a key figure in Vox's rise as a relevant political force in Spain, establishing himself as a reference point for conservatism in the European country.
Vox is Spain's right-wing conservative party that has gained significant parliamentary representation since 2019, becoming the third-largest political force in the country.
Milei traveled to Spain on June 24, 2024 in what was described as a private visit with no official agenda. The Argentine president is scheduled to participate in the Latin American Israel Allies Caucus Conference between June 28-30 in Buenos Aires.
For context: Milei is Argentina's first libertarian president, elected in December 2023, known for his radical economic reforms and strong alignment with international right-wing figures.
Since taking office, Javier Milei has cultivated relationships with international right-wing figures. The Vox party has expressed sympathy toward the economic and social policies of Argentina's libertarian government.
Santiago Abascal is recognized as one of Europe's most influential conservative leaders, having transformed Vox into a significant parliamentary force in Spain since 2019, with over 50 seats in the Congress of Deputies.
The meeting between Milei and Abascal symbolizes the articulation of right-wing political forces at an international level, with Argentina and Spain serving as reference points in Latin America and Europe respectively.
Source: Clarín
Alfredo S. Quiroga
