With the signing of the May Act in San Miguel de Tucumán, President Javier Milei aims to set a new course for Argentina's sustainable development. This significant event, scheduled for midnight on July 9, will see the participation of around 18 governors from various provinces, despite some expected and unexpected absences.
Initially, it was anticipated that 19 provincial chiefs would accompany Milei. However, due to severe weather conditions, Claudio Vidal from Santa Cruz will not be able to attend. Additionally, Gustavo Valdés from Corrientes, amidst a political crisis in his province, is still expected to participate. Notably, five governors aligned with Cristina Kirchner—Axel Kicillof, Ricardo Quintela, Sergio Ziliotto, Gildo Insfrán, and Gustavo Melella—have declined the invitation.
Interestingly, Gerardo Zamora from Santiago, a governor known for his alignment with the former president, confirmed his presence. Other notable attendees include Alfredo Cornejo from Mendoza, Claudio Poggi from San Miguel, and several leaders from Together for Change such as Rogelio Frigerio, Ignacio Torres, Leandro Zdero, Jorge Macri, Marcelo Orrego, Carlos Sadir, and Maximiliano Pullaro.
The event will also see the presence of Peronist leaders like Raúl Jalil from Catamarca, Martín Llaryora from Córdoba, Hugo Passalacqua from Misiones, Alberto Weretilneck from Río Negro, Gustavo Saénz from Salta, and Rolando Figueroa from Neuquén. The host, Osvaldo Jaldo, has been busy finalizing the event's details, which will include a popular music festival featuring 'Chaqueño' Palavecino.
The May Act is a follow-up to Milei's first speech before the National Congress, where he proposed a 'new social contract' to governors, former presidents, and political leaders. Originally scheduled for May 25, the event was delayed due to the approval process of the Base Law. The final document includes ten key points, such as the inviolability of private property, fiscal balance, reduction of public spending, and tax reform.
The ceremony will take place at the iconic 'Casita de Tucumán,' where Argentina's independence was declared in 1816. Despite doubts about her presence due to flu symptoms, Vice President Victoria Villarruel is expected to attend, traveling on a separate official plane.
