Argentine President Milei Attends Brazil's CPAC

Argentine President Javier Milei chose to attend Brazil's CPAC convention alongside former President Jair Bolsonaro, opting out of a regional trade summit, which has intensified his feud with Brazil's left-wing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Milei, who has distanced himself from Lula by labeling him a communist, is betting on a right-wing resurgence in Latin America, positioning himself as a leader of this movement. This approach has led to strained diplomatic relations, most notably with Spain, after Milei's provocative actions at a far-right rally. Milei's foreign policy favoring alliances with hard-right figures has drawn criticism for being counterproductive, especially given Argentina's dire economic situation. Despite the controversial stance, Milei's speeches continue to attract large audiences, reflecting a significant support base for his anarcho-capitalist ideology.