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Argentine President: Need to Return to Ancient Greek Philosophy (VIDEO)

Published January 22, 2026, 06:15
Argentine President: Need to Return to Ancient Greek Philosophy (VIDEO)

Argentine President Javier Milei used the platform of the annual World Economic Forum in Davos to boldly defend his policies and ideas surrounding libertarianism, economic freedom, and the role of the state. Milei's speech, which has been the subject of discussion in international media, centered on the idea that the world, and especially the West, must return to the fundamental principles of the cultural and philosophical tradition that gave birth to it. In this narrative, the Argentine president did not limit himself to technocratic economic positions, but highlighted a cultural narrative rooted in ancient Greek philosophy and considers it an integral foundation of the modern concept of freedom. “America will become the beacon of light that will relight the whole West,” he said, adding that this role is linked to “showing gratitude to the foundations of the philosophy of the ancient Greeks, Roman law, and Judeo-Christian values.” Milei expressed his belief that the world is beginning to “wake up” to freedom, with America leading this change. His speech in Davos is a significant moment for promoting libertarian ideas on an international scale. The emphasis Milei places on ancient Greek philosophy as a foundation for freedom underscores his belief that political and economic decisions should be based on timeless values and principles.