Opinion
Ms. Kornberg is an Argentine writer and the author of “Berlin Atomized.”
TL;DR
- President Javier Milei proposes turning Argentina into a global leader for artificial intelligence with favorable legal and fiscal policies.
- Milei, a right-wing figure, advocates for free-market policies, reduced government spending, and deregulation.
- His administration has lowered taxes, sought to recriminalize abortion, and proposed legal recognition for AI-run corporations.
- Despite efforts to attract foreign capital and Big Tech, Milei's popularity has declined as Argentines feel policies cater to foreigners.
- Austerity measures have cut public services like healthcare, infrastructure, and education, leading to high living costs and potential recession.
- Many Argentines, particularly the middle class, perceive inevitable downward mobility and struggle to make ends meet.