Argentina's Milei praises free markets, slams socialism at Davos


FILE PHOTO: Argentina's presidential candidate Javier Milei addresses supporters as he reacts to the results of the presidential election, in Buenos Aires, Argentina October 22, 2023. REUTERS/Matias Baglietto

DAVOS, Switzerland (Reuters) -Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei praised free markets and slammed socialism at Davos during the first overseas tour for the self-proclaimed 'anarcho-capitalist', who is battling to fix a major economic crisis at home.

The trip marks a test for right-wing Milei, a relative political newcomer who took office last month after a rapid ascent from acid-tongued economist and TV pundit to the presidency. He is keen to win backing for his economic ideas, which include shutting the central bank and adopting the dollar.

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