Who was appointed as a minister of economy when Kirchner took office?
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner
Eduardo Duhalde
Carlos Menem
Roberto Lavagna
Answer
Roberto Lavagna, a renowned economist, was named Minister of Economy when Néstor Kirchner assumed the presidency of Argentina in 2003. Lavagna's appointment signaled a shift in economic policy, prioritizing fiscal responsibility, debt reduction, and export-led growth. His pragmatic approach and successful track record in the private sector garnered widespread support and instilled confidence during a challenging economic period in Argentina's history.
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