US supports Argentina in elevating its position in the world
(VOVworld) – The US supports Argentina in elevating its position in the world, US President Barack Obama said during a meeting with Argentine President Mauricio Macri on Wednesday. Obama praised changes under Macri’s leadership, and said the two countries can be effective allies. Macri said Obama’s visit demonstrates solidarity.
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US President Barack Obama (L) and Argentine President Mauricio Macri (Photo: Reuters) |
Argentine Foreign Minister Susana Malcorra and US ambassador to Argentina Noah Mamet witnessed the signing of a bilateral cooperative agreement and issued a joint statement in support of the Organization of American States and the Inter-American Human Rights System.
Obama visited a memorial to the victims of the Argentine military dictatorship to mark the 40 year anniversary of Argentina’s last military coup.