CPAC Argentina 2024 This Week: A Global Conservative Gathering at a Pivotal Moment for Hispanic America

On Wednesday, December 4, Buenos Aires will become the epicenter of conservative and libertarian thought with the arrival of CPAC Argentina. This major event will bring together prominent political, economic, and social leaders from both Argentina and around the world.

Originating in the United States as a platform for debating conservative ideas, CPAC has expanded internationally, and its arrival in Argentina comes at a crucial time, bringing together influential figures from across the globe. Here’s a preview of some of the key speakers and what makes them central to this important event.

International Speakers

Hablarán el Presidente Javier Milei; Luis “Toto” Caputo; Patricia Bullrich; Santiago Abascal, presidente de VOX España; Jair Bolsonaro, 38º Presidente de Brasil; Eduardo Verástegui, de México; Agustín Romo, y otros importantes líderes políticos y empresarios.
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• Santiago Abascal (Spain): Leader of Vox, one of Europe’s leading right-wing parties. Abascal is known for his strong stance against Catalan separatism, globalism, and irregular immigration, defending Spain’s cultural roots and traditional values.
• Ben Shapiro (USA): Journalist, author, and political commentator, Shapiro is one of the world’s most influential conservative voices. Co-founder of The Daily Wire, he is known for his defense of free markets, traditional values, and his sharp critique of cultural progressivism.
• Lara Trump (USA): Daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump and a prominent Republican figure. Lara Trump has been a strong advocate of «America First» policies and individual freedoms in the United States.
• Jair Bolsonaro (Brazil): Former president of Brazil (2019-2022), Bolsonaro is a key figure in Latin America’s right-wing politics. During his presidency, he pushed for liberal economic reforms and took a firm stance against socialism and communism in the region.
• Ron Paul (USA): Former U.S. congressman and a leading voice of libertarianism worldwide. Ron Paul has been a constant advocate for free markets, limited government, and individual liberties.
• Eduardo Bolsonaro (Brazil): Federal deputy and one of Brazil’s most influential young leaders. The son of Jair Bolsonaro, he has played a crucial role in spreading conservative ideas throughout Latin America, especially on issues of national sovereignty and family values.
• Eduardo Velástegui (Mexico): Entrepreneur and political activist, Velástegui has risen to prominence as a vocal critic of populism and a defender of conservative values. He is also the producer of the movie Sound of Freedom.
• Kari Lake (USA): Former Republican Senate candidate and staunch advocate of the MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement, Lake is known for her opposition to progressivism and her stance against electoral fraud.
• Branko Marinkovic (Bolivia): Businessman and politician, Marinkovic has been one of the strongest opponents of Bolivia’s Movimiento al Socialismo (MAS) under Evo Morales. He is a key critic of authoritarian governments in the region.
• Pablo Viana (Uruguay): Member of parliament for the Partido Nacional in Uruguay, Viana is a proponent of free markets and the decentralization of power. He advocates for policies that drive economic efficiency and competitiveness.
• Rafael López Aliaga (Peru): Mayor of Lima and leader of the Partido Revolución Popular, López Aliaga advocates for market-driven policies, pro-life stances, and the strengthening of democratic institutions in Peru.
• Raúl Salinas Pliego (Mexico): A prominent Mexican businessman with a strong presence in media and telecommunications, Salinas is a fierce defender of capitalism and a critic of socialist policies he believes hinder progress.
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Argentine Speakers

• Javier Milei: President of Argentina and leader of the Argentine Libertarian movement, Milei is known for his disruptive style and criticism of statism. He will deliver the closing speech (7:30 PM) addressing his commitment to reducing public spending, privatizing state-run enterprises, and fighting corruption.
• Luis Caputo: Argentina’s Minister of Economy, Caputo has extensive experience in international markets. He will present the talk «Cultural Economic Battle: The End of Socialism», outlining how his government plans to transform the country’s economic structure. Milei has referred to him as «the best economy minister in Argentina’s history.»
• Patricia Bullrich: Argentina’s Minister of Security and former presidential candidate, Bullrich will present «New Doctrine in Argentina: Those Who Commit the Crimes, Pay the Price», discussing her vision for fighting crime and strengthening the rule of law.
• Agustín Romo: President of the La Libertad Avanza caucus in Buenos Aires, Romo will present «Why You Shouldn’t Care About the Opinions of Those Who Destroyed the Country», urging people to disregard the criticism of traditional political sectors.
• Nahuel Sotelo: Secretary of Worship and advocate for religious freedom, Sotelo will speak on the importance of a state that respects individual beliefs and the role of spirituality in society.
• Santiago Santurio: A rising star in Argentina’s libertarian movement, Santurio will address the role of free social media in the world and the threat of censorship in his talk «The Role of Free Social Media in the World and Why Communists Want to Ban It».

The CPAC Argentina is set to be a pivotal event for exchanging ideas that will shape the future of conservatism and libertarianism in Argentina and throughout the region. With the participation of prominent figures, the conference will have significant implications for the political and social future of Latin America.

For more information, you can follow updates on the event on CPAC’s official Twitter account https://x.com/CPACArg  @CPACArg  as well as track news from featured speakers through their personal social media profiles.

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