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Government Awards $20.477 Million for Pope's Visit
Government awards $20.477 million in urgent contracts for Pope's visit.
In brief
Government awards $20.477 million in urgent contracts for Pope's visit. Government allocated $20.477 million across seven direct contracts for Pope's visit, covering eight years of medication costs for a religious group. Originally reported by Perfil.
Government Awards $20.477 Million
Government awarded $20.477 million across seven urgent contracts for Pope León XIV's visit.
Contracts for Pope's Visit
Six contracts for the mass and vigil for young people at the Monument to the Spanish.
VIP Event Costs
VIP event for 3,500 people cost $8.690 million, generating controversy.
Contract Breakdown
DF Entertainment secured 42.4% of the contracts for $8.690 million.
Other Contractors
Nuevos Aires Producciones, Recordvision, PRG Argentina, Fidias Energía, and VMG Video Tech secured the remaining contracts.
Contract Terms
Contracts were signed between October 23 and November 6, 2026, with no prior authorization required.
Mariana Vello's Role
Mariana Vello signed all seven adjudications as the legal coordinator.
Security Contractor
Tech Security, linked to the Menem family, handled security for the event.
Medication Coverage
The funds cover eight years of medication costs for Cottolengo Don Orione.
Controversy Over Costs
The VIP event cost $8.690 million, sparking debate over the total expense.
In short
Government allocated $20.477 million across seven direct contracts for Pope's visit, covering eight years of medication costs for a religious group.
