National Deputy Marcela Pagano has expanded a criminal complaint against Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni, requesting an investigation into potential conflicts of interest related to his wife's consultancy contracts.
National Deputy Marcela Pagano has filed an expanded criminal complaint against Manuel Adorni, Argentina's Chief of Cabinet. The filing alleges that there are new facts that might indicate conflicts of interest and possible irregularities in the management of public contracts and tenders. Pagano emphasizes that the case now under the jurisdiction of Federal Judge Ariel Lijo includes documentation that raises serious concerns about transparency in governmental dealings.
The complaint centers around a contract signed between +BE, a consultancy owned by Adorni's wife Bettina Julieta Angeletti, and National Shipping SA, a maritime services provider that has contractual relationships with YPF, where Adorni serves as a director. The consultancy reportedly conducted training sessions for the executives of National Shipping in 2024 and 2025, amounting to a total of 6,370,000 ARS. This development draws attention to possible ethical breaches given Adorni's dual role in both YPF and his wife's business dealings.
Pagano argues that this situation represents a clear conflict of interest, particularly as National Shipping holds contracts with YPF for maritime and river transportation. The implications of such connections are significant, as they could undermine the integrity of public service and raise questions regarding accountability in the management of state resources. The outcome of this investigation could affect not only Adorni's political career but also set a precedent regarding how similar situations are handled in the future within Argentine politics.
