Indigenous groups oppose Milei plan to open Argentina to foreign buyers | Indigenous Rights
Protests Erupt in Buenos Aires Over Proposed Land Ownership Bill
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Buenos Aires on Thursday to oppose legislation that would eliminate restrictions on foreign ownership of Argentina’s rural land. The controversial bill has ignited concerns among Indigenous groups, who argue that it threatens their ancestral territories.
President Javier Milei’s administration defends the proposed measure, asserting that it is necessary to attract foreign investment and bolster property rights in the agricultural sector.
The protests reflect broader tensions over land ownership and the rights of Indigenous communities within Argentina. While the government touts potential economic benefits, critics maintain that the bill could undermine traditions that have persisted for generations.
As the debate intensifies, lawmakers face increasing pressure to address the concerns raised by both supporters and opponents of the bill.
