Argentina’s President Javier Millay Dazzles at Concert
On Monday night, Argentina’s President Javier Millay grabbed attention, not for presenting a crucial economic recovery plan during a tough time for the country, but rather for taking the stage with a rock band to promote his new book. It was an unexpected twist in his busy schedule.
This concert occurred right after President Donald Trump expressed support for a $20 billion bailout for Argentina. Inside the crowded 15,000-seat Movistar Arena, Millay transformed the event into a vibrant musical show, weaving in tributes to Israel while covering songs by artists like Charlie Garcia and Nino Bravo. He also took a moment to honor the victims of the October 7th massacre.
The event was not just a night of music; it was broadcast live on state television and served as a campaign rally ahead of the midterm elections on October 26. This spectacle highlighted Millay’s ideological stance: anti-establishment, pro-Israel, and undeniably flamboyant. It marks a significant moment in a whirlwind period for the president.
Millay used the occasion to unveil his latest book, “La construcción del milagro” (Constructing the Miracle), a 600-page work that merges economic treatises and speeches aimed at advocating for extensive free market reforms. Opening the night, he led the audience in a rendition of “Hava Nagila” as a nod to his faith and foreign policy direction.
Recently, the Argentine government clinched a $20 billion financial assistance package approved by the Trump administration—offering a crucial boost to an economy struggling with high inflation and limited dollar reserves. Millay is set to meet Trump in Washington, D.C., on October 14 to deliberate on the terms of relief and strengthen the connections between their administrations.
Millay has kept a positive rapport with Trump, frequently reflecting his slogans and advocating for his re-election, even attending Trump’s inauguration in January 2025. Later, he seemed to mirror Trump’s policies by initiating a significant immigration crackdown in Argentina.
