'Could Ultimately Bring About The Downfall Of Western Civilization': Milei Issues Warning At Davos

Thank you very much, Mr. President, for accepting this invitation to take part in the 2026 meeting of the World Economic Forum. Once again, a warm welcome to you and to the Secretary General of the Argentine Presidency, Karina Milei, as well as the members of your cabinet and the Argentine business people who participate in the World Economic Forum.

President Milei, Argentina's economy is undergoing a substantial transformation. The nation has transitioned from recession and hyperinflation toward a model emphasizing fiscal discipline and export-oriented growth. Despite persisting challenges, major structural reforms, including the adoption of a flexible exchange rate regime and the implementation of a fiscal responsibility plan, have produced results that were recognized by the Argentine people during the midterm elections of last year. Building on previous meetings facilitated by the World Economic Forum both in Buenos Aires and in Davos, earlier today President Milei and his delegation held a very successful country strategy dialogue with the participation of an important number of foreign business partners, underscoring the interest in Argentina and its path forward. At a time of accelerated complexity, fragmentation, and exponential innovation, the World Economic Forum's annual meeting serves as an impartial platform for exchanging views and ideas and for engaging a wide range of voices to challenge established views and broaden perspectives. Argentina, a G20 economy and a member of Mercosur, has a significant role to play in the contemporary world context. President Milei, a warm welcome once again, Mr. President. The floor is yours.