Milei's miracle: Argentina achieves historic BUDGET SURPLUS after 123 years of DEFICITS

By ramontomeydw // 2024-12-13

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Argentina achieved its first budget surplus in 123 years, marking a significant milestone for the country's fiscal health.
Argentine President Javier Milei led bold reforms, including deep budget cuts in public administration, healthcare and education, and measures to curb corruption and hyperinflation.
Within a year, Milei reduced the national budget deficit to zero and cut inflation from 200 percent to 2.7 percent, stabilizing the Argentine peso and reducing real estate prices.
The government used social media to engage citizens, fostering transparency and public participation in the reform process.
Critics raised concerns about the impact of deep cuts on social services, but the government emphasized short-term sacrifices for long-term stability and growth.

In a groundbreaking turn of events, Argentina has recorded its first budget surplus in 123 years, marking a historic milestone for the South American nation. The achievement, attributed to a series of bold and unconventional economic reforms, has captured global attention and sparked discussions about the potential for innovative approaches to governance and fiscal management. At home, the Argentine government's swift and decisive actions have led to a dramatic turnaround in the country's fiscal health. The reforms were spearheaded by the new government under Argentine President Javier Milei. Key to this transformation has been a series of deep budget cuts across various sectors, including public administration, healthcare and education. The government has also implemented stringent measures to curb corruption and streamline public spending. True enough, Milei's efforts paid off. Within a year after assuming power last December, he slashed the national budget deficit to zero for the first time in 123 years. His actions also helped assuage the hyperinflation in the country – from a staggering 200 percent last year, this has been reduced to a mere 2.7 percent by October. Milei celebrated this historic milestone of his presidency in a recent broadcast. "The deficit was the root of all our evils. Without it, there's no debt, no emission, no inflation," he said. "Today, we have a sustained fiscal surplus, free of default, for the first time in 123 years." Milei described his actions as "the greatest adjustment in history," contrasting his approach with past socialistic policies adopted by his predecessors. He also took a swipe at the administration of his predecessor, former Argentine President Alberto Fernandez, during the broadcast. "A year ago, a degenerate printed 13 percent of GDP to win an election, fueling inflation. Today, monetary emission is a thing of the past." (Related: Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei says central bank shutdown NON-NEGOTIABLE.)

U.S. DOGE to follow Milei's example

Milei's actions to improve Argentina's economy have been likened to the plans of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency. This advisory body to be led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy seeks to downsize the U.S. federal government. Musk himself congratulated the Argentine president in a post on X, and for good reason. According to Milei's recent press statements, the abrupt end to money printing has strengthened the Argentine peso and reversed years of the currency's depreciation. Reforms in rental policies have nearly tripled the supply of apartments, while reducing real estate prices by up to 40 percent. The Argentine government's reforms have also been lauded for their transparency and inclusivity. The administration has actively engaged with citizens through social media platforms, providing real-time updates on the progress of the reforms and soliciting feedback. This approach has fostered a sense of ownership and participation among the populace, contributing to the overall success of the initiatives. However, the path to this historic surplus has not been without challenges. Critics have raised concerns about the depth of the cuts, particularly in social services, and the potential long-term impact on the country's social fabric. The government has responded by emphasizing the need for short-term sacrifices to achieve long-term stability and growth. As Buenos Aires celebrates its first budget surplus in over a century, the nation's experience offers valuable lessons for other countries grappling with fiscal challenges. The combination of bold leadership, innovative thinking, and a commitment to transparency and efficiency has proven to be a powerful formula for change. Listen to the Health Ranger Mike Adams' warning that Javier Milei's rejection of BRICS could trigger Argentina's financial collapse. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com.

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U.S. DOGE to follow Milei's example

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