Kicillof and Máximo Kirchner spoke about Indio Solari's funeral, but dialogue did not expand to politics

A phone call between Buenos Aires Governor Axel Kicillof and national deputy Máximo Kirchner to organize the funeral of rock icon Indio Solari did not lead to broader political discussions.

Despite facilitating a large public farewell for the musician with municipal support, the brief thaw in relations did not extend to resolving the political differences between Kicillof and Kirchner. Both factions within Buenos Aires Peronism are reportedly preparing for an internal confrontation to decide leadership by 2027.

The two leaders' spaces currently only agree on maintaining the mandatory open primary elections (PASO) at both national and provincial levels for the upcoming year. Immediate priorities include addressing pending political reforms at the national and provincial levels to establish clear rules for next year's political contests.

Interior Minister Diego Santilli has proposed eliminating PASO to certain allied governors, a move Kicillof and Kirchner oppose. They believe the leadership contest between Cristina Kirchner and Kicillof must be decided through elections. Kicillof, however, finds adhering to the former president's terms unacceptable. The internal primary between Sergio Massa and Juan Grabois in 2023 is viewed positively within the Frente de Todos political sphere, suggesting a preference for electoral resolution over synthesis.

Nationally, the discussion over the Political Parties Financing Law is ongoing, though less urgent for La Libertad Avanza than eliminating PASO. In Buenos Aires province, PASO were suspended for 2025 only, remaining in effect for next year. The provincial government shows no willingness to suspend them again, meaning Bonaerenses could face at least three elections, including a potential early gubernatorial election, a prerogative Kicillof is willing to exercise.