Argentina’s President Javier Milei delivered a fiery and controversial address at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, marking his first speech to the international body[1][2]. In his remarks, Milei strongly criticized the UN and its policies, accusing the organization of promoting collectivist and socialist ideologies[1][3].
Key Points of Milei’s Speech
Criticism of UN’s Direction
Milei argued that the UN has strayed from its original mission, transforming from an organization that pursued peace to one that imposes an ideological agenda on its members[1][6]. He described the UN as a “multi-tentacled Leviathan” that seeks to dictate how nations should govern their citizens[1].
Attack on 2030 Agenda
The Argentine president sharply criticized the UN’s 2030 Agenda, labeling it a “supranational government program that is socialist in shape”[3]. He claimed that this agenda, despite its good intentions, violates the sovereignty of nation-states and infringes upon individual rights to life, freedom, and property[3].
Rejection of ‘Pact for the Future’
Milei officially expressed Argentina’s dissent on the recently signed ‘Pact for the Future’, calling it “twisted” and the “wrong course” to follow[6]. He invited other nations of the “free world” to support Argentina in establishing a new agenda focused on freedom[3].
Argentina’s New Stance
Abandoning Neutrality
In a significant shift, Milei announced that Argentina would abandon its policy of historic neutrality and take a leading role in the struggle for the defense of freedom[3].
Promotion of Libertarian Values
Milei emphasized Argentina’s commitment to defending life, property rights, freedom of expression, freedom of worship, free trade, and limited government[3]. He positioned these principles as the foundation for Argentina’s future international conduct.
Reaction and Impact
Milei’s speech garnered attention for its unorthodox and confrontational tone in the typically diplomatic setting of the UN General Assembly. His strong stance against what he perceives as socialist policies and his call for a return to the UN’s original principles of cooperation among nations for the defense of freedom represent a significant departure from Argentina’s previous positions on the international stage[6].
The long-term impact of Milei’s address remains to be seen, but it has certainly sparked discussion about the role and direction of international organizations like the UN in addressing global challenges.
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Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arAIyuaCdEs
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw2UMwLbMCE
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxY72GUeW8c
[4] https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1b/k1bgfuqsqs
[5] https://www.foxnews.com/video/6362415078112
[6] https://www.foxnews.com/world/argentinas-milei-blasts-un-over-support-covid-lockdowns-appeasing-bloody-dictatorships
[7] https://www.jpost.com/international/article-821598
[8] https://www.reuters.com/world/argentinas-milei-criticizes-leviathan-un-speech-pledges-agenda-freedom-2024-09-24/