# Javier Milei diplomatic visits to the US and Spain > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/javier-milei-diplomatic-visit-to-the-united-states > Updated: 2026-10-16T02:27:18.000Z. Sources: 153. Developments: 5. Argentine President Javier Milei has concluded a 36-hour diplomatic and business visit to Washington, D.C. During the trip, Milei received the ‘Hispanic Heritage Leadership and Global Impact Award’ at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, as well as the ‘Global Champion of Free Enterprise’ award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. In a speech lasting nearly 20 minutes, Milei expressed explicit support for Donald Trump ahead of U.S. legislative elections, stating it is important for Trump to emerge strengthened. He noted that a Republican victory is crucial for the West and the ‘reconquest of the hemisphere.’ He also extended political commentary to Brazil, labeling President Lula da Silva a ‘communist dictator’ and predicting a victory for the Bolsonaro family, while claiming Jair Bolsonaro is ‘unjustly imprisoned.’ Milei called for Latin American leaders to join the United States in forming a ‘shield against socialism.’ Addressing the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, Milei declared a policy of ‘zero tolerance with antisemitism’ and reaffirmed support for Israel. Diplomatically, Milei and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the bilateral alliance, focusing on expanding trade, promoting transparent investment, and enhancing regional security. This cooperation is expected to continue with scheduled visits by U.S. officials Christopher Landau and Juan Pablo Segura to Argentina and Paraguay between October 19 and 26. Alongside his political rhetoric, Milei met with American business leaders to promote investment. He defended his administration's economic policies, claiming they are successfully taming inflation and predicting that Argentina's country risk will fall below 100 points by 2027. However, financial markets showed skepticism as Argentina's country risk index, measured by JP Morgan, rose significantly to levels as high as 648 basis points, coinciding with a decline in sovereign bonds and local stock indices. ## Claims - Milei predicted Argentina's country risk will fall below 100 points by 2027. (disputed by 8 sources) - Argentina's country risk index reached 648 basis points. (disputed by 7 sources) - Milei predicted Argentina's country risk will fall below 100 points by next year. (disputed by 4 sources) - Javier Milei urged Donald Trump to emerge stronger from the upcoming US midterm elections. (corroborated by 17 sources) - Milei received the Hispanic Heritage Leadership and Global Impact Award in Washington. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Javier Milei referred to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as a 'communist dictator'. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Milei expressed support for Flávio Bolsonaro in the upcoming Brazilian presidential runoff. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Javier Milei received the 'World Champion of Free Enterprise' award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Javier Milei is traveling to the United States for his fifth visit of the year. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Pope Leo XIV's scheduled visit to Argentina is set for November 8 to November 11. (corroborated by 7 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-16: Javier Milei concludes U.S. visit with antisemitism pledge and trade talks President Javier Milei concluded his U.S. visit by receiving a business award and pledging zero tolerance for antisemitism. He also discussed trade and security with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/javier-milei-defends-israel-alignment-in-washington-amid-domestic-protests-in-argentina ### 2026-10-14: Milei visits Washington to promote economic model and support Trump and Bolsonaro President Javier Milei visited Washington to promote Argentina's economic reforms, receive awards, and express support for Donald Trump and Flávio Bolsonaro while criticizing Brazil's Lula da Silva. 76 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/javier-milei-arrives-in-washington-for-awards-and-business-meetings ### 2026-10-11: Latin American leaders face shifting approval ratings amid papal health concerns Latin American presidential rankings show Claudia Sheinbaum leading, while Javier Milei ranks 14th. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV prepares for lung surgery ahead of a planned visit to Argentina. 64 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/javier-milei-travels-to-the-united-states-for-fifth-visit-of-the-year ### 2026-10-09: Javier Milei to visit Washington for Hispanic Heritage Gala and business meetings Argentine President Javier Milei will travel to Washington, D.C., to attend the Official Hispanic Heritage Gala and meet with U.S. business leaders and political figures to discuss economic policy and antisemit 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/javier-milei-to-visit-united-states-for-hispanic-heritage-gala ### 2026-10-06: Javier Milei to visit Washington for Hispanic Heritage Gala Argentine President Javier Milei will visit Washington, D.C., on October 14 to headline the Official Hispanic Heritage Gala, where he is expected to meet with Brazilian Deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/javier-milei-to-visit-washington-for-hispanic-heritage-gala --- Cite as: Javier Milei diplomatic visits to the US and Spain. 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