The former presidents of Argentina, Mauricio Macriand of Panama, Ricardo Martinellicongratulated the new president of Argentina, Javier Meli, and expressed their support for his fiscal adjustment speech.
The economist, Javier Milei, assumed the presidency of Argentina in a solemn ceremony at Congress before dozens of deputies and foreign leaders.
Macri, through his X account, formerly Twitter, said that he “agreed” with Milei’s words in his inauguration speech, in which he promised a drastic fiscal adjustment to reduce the public deficit.
“Congratulations President Milei!” wrote Macri. “I wouldn’t take a single comma out of his speech in Congress. I couldn’t agree more with his words today. Long live freedom! Let’s go Argentina!!”
Macri’s words are an important boost for Milei. The former president is an experienced politician who knows well the challenges facing Argentina. His support could help the president implement his policies and achieve the change he promised to Argentines.
However, it is also important to note that Milei’s policies are controversial. Some experts believe his fiscal adjustment measures could have a negative impact on the poor and workers. The new government is likely to face strong opposition from the sectors most affected by these policies.
In general, Macri’s congratulations to Milei are a sign of the times in Argentina. The country is taking a turn to the right and liberal discourse is gaining ground. It remains to be seen if Milei will be able to fulfill his promises and lead Argentina into a new era of prosperity.
Milei’s takeover is an example for Panama
For his part, the former president of Panama Ricardo Martinelli, through his X account, formerly Twitter, congratulated Milei and pointed out that his inauguration is an example for Panama.
“At the inauguration of the new President Miley I saw and understood why this country will once again be a great nation,” Martinelli wrote. “The outgoing Presidents and Vice Presidents were present at the change of command, something that in Panama no one remembers when it was the last time or if it has ever happened.”
Martinelli highlighted that in Panama, outgoing presidents usually leave the country before their successor takes office. This contributes to political polarization and the climate of mistrust between different sectors of society.
“In 2024 if elected, the current President and Vice President will be present,” Martinelli said. “It is time to put and bury all differences aside and change the course of governing in a country that needs the unity of all its citizens.”
Martinelli’s words are significant
Martinelli’s words are significant because they reflect a change in the attitude of Panamanian politicians towards the democratic transition. In the past, outgoing presidents often viewed their successor’s inauguration as a loss of power. However, Martinelli is suggesting that outgoing presidents must accept the democratic transition and work with the new government for the good of the country.
It remains to be seen whether Martinelli will be able to keep his promise that outgoing presidents will be present at the inauguration of their successor in 2024. However, his words are a sign that Panamanian politicians are beginning to realize the importance of national unity.
The congratulations of former presidents Macri and Martinelli to Milei are a significant event that marks a change of course in the politics of Argentina and Panama.
In Argentina, Milei’s speech, which emphasizes economic freedom and the reduction of the size of the State, has been received with enthusiasm by some sectors of society. However, she has also been rejected by other sectors, who believe her policies could have a negative impact on the poor and workers.
In Panama, Martinelli’s words about the importance of national unity are a sign that Panamanian politicians are beginning to realize the need to work together for the good of the country.
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Source: Social network X accounts of the former presidents of Argentina and Panama, Mauricio Macri and Ricardo Martinelli, BBC, El Debate
