By San José, Costa Rica — Argentina has announced the elimination of taxes on grain exports until October 31st in a desperate attempt to bolster its dwindling dollar reserves and address a deepening economic crisis. This move comes as President Javier Milei prepares to meet with US President Donald Trump to secure a crucial loan from the US Treasury.
The Argentine peso has plummeted in recent weeks, fueled by a combination of political setbacks and economic uncertainty. The government’s defeat in the Buenos Aires provincial elections on September 7th, a key indicator for the upcoming national elections, has significantly weakened Milei’s political standing.
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Adding to the pressure, Congress overturned a presidential veto, reinstating a law that increases funding for disability programs. This act of defiance directly challenges Milei’s austerity measures. Further complicating matters, an investigation into alleged bribery within the disability program has implicated Karina Milei, the President’s sister and close advisor.
The government’s spokesperson, Manuel Adorni, announced the tax cut on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the objective is to “generate greater supply of dollars.” This measure reflects the urgency of the situation as Argentina grapples with upcoming debt payments and escalating financial instability.
The objective is to generate greater supply of dollars.
Manuel Adorni, Presidential Spokesperson
The move to eliminate grain export taxes follows a previous reduction in July, when taxes on soybean exports, Argentina’s largest export commodity, were lowered from 33% to 26% for soybeans and from 31% to 24.5% for soy byproducts. These measures underscore the government’s increasing reliance on agricultural exports to generate much-needed foreign currency.
The upcoming meeting between Milei and Trump is crucial for Argentina’s economic future. Securing a US Treasury loan could provide a lifeline to the struggling economy, but it remains to be seen whether the US will agree to the terms given Argentina’s current political and economic instability. The markets have reacted negatively to the ongoing turmoil, with a sharp devaluation of the peso and a decline in bond and stock prices.
The political battles within the Argentine Congress further complicate the economic picture. Debates continue over reversing other presidential vetoes related to health and education funding, potentially leading to further political defeats for Milei. This political uncertainty only exacerbates investor concerns and adds to the pressure on the Argentine peso.
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The Argentine government, officially the National Government, is the political body that exercises the executive power in Argentina. It is composed of the President, who serves as both head of state and head of government, and the cabinet ministers appointed by the president.
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About The US Treasury:
The United States Department of the Treasury is the executive department responsible for promoting economic prosperity and ensuring the financial security of the United States. The Department is responsible for a wide range of activities, including advising the President on economic and financial issues, encouraging sustainable economic growth, and fostering improved governance in financial institutions.
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