US Treasury secretary to travel to Argentina on Monday

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent speaks to the news media about the latest tariff announcement from President Donald Trump, at the White House, in Washington, D.C., U.S. April 9, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet with Argentina President Javier Milei and other government and business leaders in Buenos Aries next week to show support for the country's economic reforms, the Treasury Department said on Thursday.

"I look forward to our positive discussions about Argentina’s economy, and to exploring the ways our nations can further deepen our vital economic relationship," Bessent said in a statement.