ARGENTINA: Country Re-emerged Both Economically And Politically, Pence Says

(RTTNews) - U.S. Vice President Mike Pence congratulated Argentinean President Mauricio Macri for what he considers a "bold agenda" and for "restoring Argentina's reputation."

Pence made the comments Tuesday during a joint press conference after meeting Macri at the official residence of Olivos.

"I am here to congratulate you, President Macri, for your bold agenda to transform the country's economy and reinstall its world reputation," said Pence after a meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and to promote commercial and cooperative links.

Pence reaffirmed the close ties between both countries and reiterated the U.S. support for Argentina's entry into the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Both leaders also stressed that they are in talks to expand bilateral investments and to strengthen agricultural exchange.