From Buenos Aires Times · · 1m
Lamelas: US Support Beyond 2027 Depends on Argentina’s Move to the Right
US ambassador says Trump administration will fund Argentina’s projects beyond 2027 if government stays right-wing.
In brief
US ambassador says Trump administration will fund Argentina’s projects beyond 2027 if government stays right-wing. US ambassador Peter Lamelas states Trump administration will continue financial support for Argentina beyond 2027 if the country moves further right. Originally reported by Buenos Aires Times.
US Ambassador Peter Lamelas
US ambassador to Argentina Peter Lamelas said Trump administration would continue financial support for investment projects under President Javier Milei’s government beyond 2027 if Argentina keeps moving 'to the right'.
US Evaluating Projects
Lamelas said US is evaluating further projects in Argentina’s energy, mining and infrastructure sectors that could mobilise up to us$20 billion.
2027 Election Deadline
Lamelas stated US support beyond 2027 depends on Argentina moving rightward before the presidential election in the second half of next year.
Vaca Muerta Focus
Lamelas highlighted potential projects linked to hydrocarbon production and exports, particularly developments associated with Vaca Muerta.
What to remember
US ambassador Peter Lamelas states Trump administration will continue financial support for Argentina beyond 2027 if the country moves further right.
