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Pope Leo XIV urges Argentina to put people before economic power during visit

The papal remarks on dialogue and the economy come amid public anger over austerity measures, a sensitive issue for business and government in Argentina.

Photo: KJZZ

What happened

Pope Leo XIV said during his visit to Argentina that power has its limits and that the economy should serve the people. kompas.id He said economic growth must benefit all segments of society, including the poor. kompas.id The pope also called for strengthening democracy through listening, careful use of words and patience in seeking consensus. kompas.id The message was delivered in the presence of President Javier Milei on Sunday, 8 November, local time. kompas.id+1

Around it

The remarks came amid widespread public complaints about subsidy cuts, low wages, job terminations and reduced social services linked to Milei's austerity measures. kompas.id The visit is expected to be the most politically delicate stop of the pope's South American tour, given the Catholic Church's sharp criticism of Milei's austerity program. KJZZ Milei responded that he was willing to engage in dialogue with different sectors but said political debate in Argentina was not intellectually honest. Buenos Aires Times Milei argued that the opposition had voted for 40 government bills last year that sought to undermine macroeconomic stability. Buenos Aires Times

What comes next

The National Government announced a coordinated passenger transport operation to support the pope's visit between 8 and 11 November 2026. Travel And Tour World

Sources

  1. Travel And Tour WorldBuenos Aires and Other Cities of Argentina Face Major Public Transport Changes as Pope Leo XIV's Visit Brings Additional Restrictions on Traffic, Flights and Rail
  2. kompas.idPope Leo XIV: Power Has Its Limits
  3. KJZZAfter a successful trip to Uruguay, Pope Leo heads to Argentina
  4. Buenos Aires TimesMilei hits back at Pope Leo's call for dialogue

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