Milei Pitches Argentina to Investors in Paris, Cites $75B Buffer

President Javier Milei arrived in Paris for Argentina Week, a government-organized event showcasing investment opportunities in energy, mining, and agribusiness. In an interview with Le Point, he directly invited private capital, stating investors are welcome to "fill their pockets" because their profits will create jobs and prosperity for Argentines.

Milei defended the Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI) against opposition critics, whom he labeled "economic illiterates" and compared to cartoon villains. He cited YPF's stock recovery from roughly $3 to over $50 and an energy balance swing from a $5 billion deficit to a $10 billion surplus as proof of his model's success.

“Investors are welcome to come fill their pockets in Argentina. Their profits will create employment and prosperity for Argentines.”

The president projected exports would exceed $100 billion this year and could reach $180-200 billion by 2031. He anchored his pitch in the protection of property rights and the sanctity of contracts, asserting his administration has proven this commitment with facts.

Addressing electoral risks ahead of next year's vote, Milei claimed the government holds a "bazooka" of approximately $75 billion to face "destabilizing and coup-mongering attempts." He predicted 2028 would be the best economic year in history if re-elected and cited JP Morgan's view that a victory would secure investment grade, lowering rates and sharply reducing poverty.