Brazil-Argentina Relations

Brazilian President Lula demanded an apology from Argentine President Milei for criticizing him, threatening to damage friendly ties. Milei called Lula a communist and a thief. The leaders exchanged a brief greeting at the G7 summit but did not speak otherwise. Lula's administration publicly demanded an apology from Milei twice.

Poverty in Argentina

Poverty levels in Argentina reached 57.4% in January, the highest in at least 20 years, due to the peso devaluation and price hikes caused by President Milei's economic reforms.