Milei Meets the Pope: Argentina Awaits Papal Visit

Argentina's President Milei Meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, Securing Promise of Papal Visit VATICAN CITY – In a significant meeting on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, Argentinian President Javier Milei met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican. The meeting, also attended by President Milei's secretary-general, Karina Milei, covered a range of important topics. The video released by Jovem Pan News shows the cordial exchange between the two leaders, capturing a handshake and brief conversation. Following the private meeting, President Milei also engaged in discussions with the Vatican Secretary of State focusing on Argentina's socio-economic situation, poverty alleviation, and social cohesion. A key outcome of the visit was Pope Leo XIV's confirmation of plans for an official visit to Argentina, a gesture that holds significant symbolic weight for the nation. "It was an honor to meet with His Holiness," stated President Milei in a brief comment following the meeting. The Pope, in turn, expressed his hope for a strengthened relationship between the Vatican and Argentina. The visit signals a potential strengthening of diplomatic ties and a focus on collaborative efforts to address pressing social and economic issues in Argentina.