# Pope Leo Critiques Milei's Austerity in Argentina

> Pope Leo XIV criticizes Argentina's austerity policies, urging economic growth to serve people not the reverse.
- Title: Pope Leo Critiques Milei's Austerity in Argentina · France24
- Summary: Pope Leo XIV criticizes Argentina's austerity policies, urging economic growth to serve people not the reverse.
- Keywords: pope leo xiv, javier milei, argentina, austerity measures, papal visit, disability assistance, inflation, pensioners, labor rights, France24
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/americas/20261108-pope-leo-argentina-visit-milei
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## Pope Leo's Critique
Pope Leo XIV delivered a stinging critique of President Javier Milei's harsh austerity measures Sunday.

> The economy must be at the service of the people, rather than people being at the service of the economy
## Economic Concerns
Leo stressed the plight of those who, despite hard work, struggle to meet household needs.

> despite hard work, nonetheless struggle to meet their household's needs
## Pope's Focus on Vulnerable Groups
He spoke out in defense of the poor and pensioners, insisting particular concern for those affected by illness, dependency and disability.

> particular concern be shown for those affected by illness, dependency and disability
## Milei's Austerity Policies
Milei came to office on a promise to revive Argentina's ailing economy and tame runaway inflation by shrinking welfare.

> Milei came to office on a promise to revive Argentina's ailing economy and tame runaway inflation by shrinking the welfare state
## Pope's Visit Context
This is the first papal visit to Argentina in nearly four decades, following Pope Francis's death.

> The visit is the first by a pontiff to Argentina in nearly four decades
## Public Response
Argentines hope the pope will unite the country amid deep divisions over Milei's austerity policies.

> Just like the World Cup unites us, hopefully the pope will too
## Key takeaway

Pope Leo XIV condemned President Milei's austerity measures, stressing economic growth must benefit all citizens.