Argentina's libertarian president Javier Milei signaled late Saturday that a new deal with the International Monetary Fund was imminent, as he used his annual address to congress to project an optimistic picture of his economic overhaul following a divisive first year in office and recent swirl of controversies.

Argentine President Javier Milei announced Saturday night that he will seek congressional support for a new program his government is negotiating with the International Monetary Fund, the most concrete sign yet that talks are advancing toward final stages.

Argentine President Javier Milei announced that his administration is moving forward with negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).