Trump's plan to redefine Argentina's map

The burgeoning relationship between Argentine President Javier Milei and former U.S. President Donald Trump signifies an unprecedented alignment between Argentina and the United States, surpassing even the deep connections seen during the Menem administration. While personal empathy and ideological affinities are cited, a more profound factor is Trump's radical reshaping of U.S. geopolitical strategy, which elevates Latin America's importance.

This new U.S. doctrine places significant emphasis on the South Atlantic, transoceanic routes, and Antarctica, making Argentina a key player. This strategic redefinition is rooted in three conceptual shifts. Firstly, the U.S. recognizes the end of its post-Cold War unipolar dominance and prepares for a more chaotic world with emerging bipolarity, particularly involving China.

Secondly, the U.S. under Trump envisions a global order divided into spheres of influence, with the Americas as Washington's primary domain. This represents a modern iteration of the Monroe Doctrine, now focused on countering China's influence rather than European powers.

Thirdly, this leads to a vertical hemispheric conception, extending from the Arctic to Antarctica, replacing the traditional horizontal alignment with Europe. Trump's perspective suggests a growing distrust of European allies and a perceived decline in their military contributions, prompting a strategic decoupling, even amidst heightened tensions with Russia.