Defense reaffirmed the diplomatic claim over the Malvinas and confirmed works in Ushuaia for 2027

The Minister of Defense, Carlos Presti, reaffirmed Argentina’s position on the Malvinas Islands and said the sovereignty claim is upheld solely through peaceful and diplomatic channels, according to Crónica.

His remarks came after the President of the United States, Donald Trump, mentioned a possible conflict between Argentina and Great Britain and offered to mediate in the South Atlantic dispute.

According to Crónica, Presti explained that the issue is being handled in coordination between President Javier Milei and Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno. In that context, he said the official position seeks a peaceful solution and stressed that the Malvinas cause is a permanent national mandate.

The minister also linked that policy to strengthening Argentina’s presence in the south of the country. According to that outlet, the Government confirmed the start of works for an Antarctic Logistics Hub in Ushuaia, as part of a defense reequipment plan.

Also according to Crónica, the project will require an investment of 450 million dollars, will formally begin in January 2027 and will be carried out in four stages. Presti said the initiative seeks to expand Argentina’s presence and capabilities in the South Atlantic, as well as reinforce its projection toward Antarctica.

In that context, the official said the United States has strategic international weight and argued that Argentina aspires to become an American benchmark in the South Atlantic. He also described investment in defense as a tool of diplomacy.

Sources

• Crónica

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