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Pope calls on Argentina’s Milei to respect limits of power
Published : Monday, 9 November, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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Catholic spiritual leader Pope Leo XIV has called for the protection of democracy in Argentina, reminding President Javier Milei that leaders must work to improve the quality of life for all citizens and remain mindful of the limits of their authority.
Speaking during a high-profile meeting on Sunday (November 8) during his 12-day tour of South America, the pontiff addressed Milei—a close ally of US President Donald Trump—emphasising that genuine authority is exercised through service.
"The truest expression of authority occurs when it is exercised in the spirit of service," Pope Leo stated during his speech at the Palacio Libertad Cultural Centre in the capital. He added that those holding office must act with prudence, acknowledge the limits of their conferred power, and make decisions aimed at the common good of the entire population.
The Pope’s remarks prompted sustained applause from the audience, briefly interrupting his address.
Emphasising national stability, Pope Leo noted that democracy is a core part of Argentina's heritage that requires active safeguarding. He added that democratic governance is strengthened by viewing citizens with opposing viewpoints as fellow stakeholders sharing a common future, alongside patient efforts to reach social consensus.
The Catholic Church has frequently voiced criticism over Milei’s fiscal austerity measures, arguing that severe spending cuts disproportionately affect lower-income communities. The encounter carries heightened political significance as Milei prepares for his upcoming re-election campaign.
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