The Argentine government claimed it does not have a record of a confidential agreement between President Javier Milei and businessman Hayden Davis, although it did not deny that such an agreement exists.
The Argentine government, led by Karina Milei, informed federal justice that it does not have the confidential agreement signed between President Javier Milei and businessman Hayden Davis, which was established shortly before the launch of the cryptocurrency $LIBRA. This response was sent to federal prosecutor Eduardo Taiano, who had previously requested confirmation of the agreement's existence and the original document. The request followed the discovery of contract drafts on the phone of Mauricio Novelli, a close associate of Milei and a key proponent of the $LIBRA initiative.
The nature of the agreement and its terms remain mysterious, which raises questions about potential implications for accountability and transparency in the Argentine government. Clarín had previously revealed in December the existence of this agreement, which was drawn up quickly after Davis's brief trip from the United States to meet with Milei on January 30 at the Casa Rosada. This high-profile interaction and the subsequent developments suggest possible ties between governmental decisions and private business interests, particularly regarding the controversial cryptocurrency.
As public and legal scrutiny increases, the government's lack of denial about the agreement's existence may fuel further speculation about its contents and the relationship between Milei and Davis. The situation underscores broader concerns about governance in Argentina, particularly as it navigates complex economic issues and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation.
