# Argentina-France diplomatic and economic engagement > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/argentina-france-diplomatic-and-economic-engagement > Updated: 2026-09-20T00:40:31.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. Argentina is pursuing a dual track of cultural engagement and economic diplomacy with France. The ‘Semana Viví Francia 2026’ cultural festival is being held across Buenos Aires and several provincial cities, featuring French music, cinema, and gastronomy. To complement these cultural ties, the Argentine government is organizing ‘Argentina Week’ in Paris from September 30 to October 2. This economic summit aims to attract international capital for the mining and energy sectors, specifically targeting discussions on critical minerals, nuclear energy, and artificial intelligence. The delegation for the Paris summit is expected to include President Javier Milei, Karina Milei, and approximately 14 provincial governors, including representatives from Mendoza, San Juan, and Catamarca, as well as Buenos Aires City Chief Jorge Macri. This mission is viewed as an effort to project political stability and governability to European investors amid ongoing legislative negotiations regarding the 2027 Budget. Domestic political tensions have intensified. National Deputy Gerardo Huesen of La Libertad Avanza reported being the victim of physical aggression and death threats during a political tour in Graneros, Tucumán. Following the reported assault on his team, legislator José Macome announced plans to request the provincial legislature's intervention in the municipality of Graneros, citing constitutional provisions. Internal friction is also emerging within the government, as Senator Patricia Bullrich has signaled strategic differences with the administration regarding budget cuts to disability funds. These developments occur alongside ongoing legislative conflicts in Congress between the PJ and UCR over judicial investigations involving parliamentary advisors. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-20: Javier Milei to lead governors to Paris for investment forum President Javier Milei will lead a delegation of governors to Paris for 'Argentina Week' to attract investment, while facing internal friction over budget cuts and reports of political violence in Tucumán. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-milei-leads-investment-mission-to-paris-amid-senate-subsidy-debates ### 2026-09-18: Argentina strengthens ties with France through cultural and economic summits Argentina is engaging with France through the 'Semana Viví Francia' cultural festival and 'Argentina Week' in Paris, a business summit targeting mining and energy investments. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-strengthens-ties-with-france-through-cultural-and-economic-summits --- Cite as: Argentina-France diplomatic and economic engagement. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/argentina-france-diplomatic-and-economic-engagement