Argentina and the U.S. Strengthen Ties in Health and Energy

In a month marked by high-level engagement, recent developments between Argentina and the United States signal a deepening of bilateral ties. From strategic meetings in Buenos Aires to energy roundtables in Washington, both governments are actively working to strengthen cooperation in key areas such as health, energy, and investment.

The recent visit of U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Argentina marked a new chapter in the strengthening of relations between both nations. Highlighting the alignment between the two administrations, Kennedy met with President Javier Milei to discuss shared priorities in health policy, governance, and international cooperation—reinforcing the growing strategic partnership between Argentina and the United States.

As part of his visit, Kennedy also signed a joint health declaration with Argentine Health Minister Mario Lugones, outlining future collaboration in public health based on scientific evidence, transparency, and cost-effective care. The agreement supports mutual efforts to modernize healthcare systems, with a strong emphasis on prevention, nutrition, and environmental health.

Simultaneously, high-level energy discussions were held in Washington, where former U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright led a roundtable with 23 leading U.S. and Argentine energy companies at the Argentine Embassy. Organized by Ambassador Alec Oxenford and the Council for a Secure America, the meeting focused on Argentina’s potential—particularly in Vaca Muerta—and ongoing economic reforms, including the RIGI investment framework and the gradual lifting of currency controls.

Together, these events reflect deepening alignment between both governments and a shared commitment to advancing cooperation in key sectors such as health, energy, and investment—laying the foundation for a more integrated and strategic bilateral relationship.