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Argentina's Milei Balances U.S. Ties Amid Chinese Challenges

2/19/2026

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Argentina's President Javier Milei traveled to the United States for the inaugural Board of Peace session led by U.S. President Donald Trump and a Miami regional summit.
China remains Argentina's top trading partner, overtaking Brazil.
Fate shut down, laying off over 900 workers due to market changes linked to Chinese competition.
Argentine officials say U.S. relief does not jeopardize ties with China.

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Argentina's President Javier Milei traveled to the United States for the inaugural Board of Peace session led by U.S. President Donald Trump and a Miami regional summit.
China remains Argentina's top trading partner, overtaking Brazil.
Fate shut down, laying off over 900 workers due to market changes linked to Chinese competition.
Argentine officials say U.S. relief does not jeopardize ties with China.