Javier Milei

Argentine politician and economist

Javier Milei - Argentine politician and economist
Born

October 22nd, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Argentina

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An Argentine politician and economist served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies. Achieved recognition for outspoken libertarian views and economic policies. In 2023, won the presidential election, leading the country with a commitment to radical market reforms. Worked as an economist and gained prominence for critique of monetary policy and advocacy for dollarization.

Elected President of Argentina in 2023

Served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies

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