Argentine President Javier Milei said he intends to travel to China in 2026, confirming the plan at a moment when the United States is stepping up pressure on Buenos Aires to scale back its relations with Beijing.
Milei made the remarks in an interview with the local newspaper Clarin that was published on Sunday. Asked whether the trip was still on his schedule, he said it was and framed the visit as part of Argentina’s wider commercial agenda rather than a political signal.
“We have a very good commercial relationship with China. And again, we have to try to trade with all the countries in the world. And everyone who wants to trade with us is welcome,” he said.
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The comment reflects how much Milei’s stance towards China has changed since he burst into national politics.
During the 2023 campaign, he labelled Beijing an authoritarian regime and said Argentina should sever state-to-state partnerships. After taking office, however, he softened his tone.
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