Argentina’s President Javier Milei visited Yeshiva University this week during a high-profile trip to New York, taking part in a special event in the university’s “Great Conversations with Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman” series ( a program aims to expose students to influential voices from around the world while fostering meaningful dialogue rooted in the university’s mission of integrating Torah values with engagement in the broader world).

Milei joined Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman for an in-depth discussion before a packed audience of students, faculty, and community members. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including global economic policy, Argentina’s sweeping economic reforms, the role of moral leadership in government, and the growing relationship between Argentina and Israel.

The appearance marked Milei’s only university engagement during his three-day visit to New York City, which also included meetings with financial leaders, investors, and diplomats. The visit comes at a pivotal moment for Argentina as the Milei administration continues implementing aggressive economic measures designed to stabilize the country’s economy after years of runaway inflation and financial instability.

During the conversation, Milei spoke about his approach to economic policy, emphasizing the need for fiscal discipline, free-market reforms, and structural changes aimed at restoring confidence in Argentina’s economy.

Rabbi Dr. Berman highlighted the significance of hosting a sitting world leader on campus, noting that the university’s mission includes engaging with global ideas and leaders while grounding those discussions in the ethical framework of Jewish values.

The discussion also touched on Milei’s unusually warm relationship with the Jewish world. The Argentine president has drawn international attention for his outspoken support of Israel, repeatedly defending the country on the global stage and strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Milei has also expressed personal admiration for Jewish tradition and scholarship. In past interviews and speeches, he has spoken about studying Jewish texts and developing a deep respect for Jewish ethical teachings and the intellectual tradition of Torah learning.

Students attending the event asked questions about leadership, economic policy, and the challenges of governing during times of national crisis. Milei encouraged young leaders to pursue truth, intellectual honesty, and moral clarity when confronting complex political and economic problems.

The event was part of Yeshiva University’s “Great Conversations” series, which regularly hosts prominent world leaders, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers for discussions about major issues shaping global society. The program aims to expose students to influential voices from around the world while fostering meaningful dialogue rooted in the university’s mission of integrating Torah values with engagement in the broader world.