Argentina 2026: The New Strategic Hub for the Entry of Turkish Capital into Latin America

Bilateral relations between the Republic of Argentina and the Republic of Türkiye underwent a radical transformation during the 2024-2026 period. What was once a basic commercial exchange has evolved into a strategic industrial partnership designed to project Turkish technology and capital throughout the Western Hemisphere.

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1. Legal Framework: Legal Security through RIGI

Historically, the greatest obstacle for the Turkish business community was regulatory uncertainty. Argentina has addressed this through Law 27,742, establishing the Incentive Regime for Large Investments (RIGI).

This framework offers investors an unprecedented “armor”:

  • 30-Year Stability: A guarantee that tax, customs, and exchange rules will not change.

  • Tax Incentives: Reduction of the income tax rate to 25% and accelerated depreciation.

  • Zero Customs Duties: Full exemption from import duties on capital goods and specialized technology.

  • Exchange Freedom: Gradual access to foreign exchange, with 100% free use by the fourth year of operation.

2. Defense and Technology: The Entry of ASELSAN

Argentina’s application to become a NATO “global partner” has strengthened ties with the Turkish defense industry. ASELSAN’s leadership in the country is the prime example of this synergy, with projects including:

  • Naval Modernization: Integration of CENK radars and Gökdeniz systems into MEKO 360 frigates.
  • Border Surveillance: Implementation of ACAR 400-G radars.
  • Knowledge Transfer: Joint production with local institutions like INVAP and FAdeA to supply the South American market.

3. Energy and Mining: The Engines of Growth

Argentina offers critical resources that complement Türkiye’s technical capacity:

  • Vaca Muerta: Projecting annual revenues of $40 billion by 2029, representing a massive opportunity for Turkish gas and LNG engineering firms.
  • Lithium: With investments exceeding $25 billion, Argentina’s “white gold” is vital for the Turkish battery and electric vehicle industry.

4. Manufacturing and Logistics: Saladillo and Turkish Airlines

This potential is realized in light manufacturing projects:

  • Saladillo Industrial Zone: A hub designed for Turkish companies to manufacture locally and access the Mercosur market duty-free.
  • Total Connectivity: The 2025 air agreement enabled Turkish Airlines to increase flight frequencies, facilitating high-value cargo transport and executive mobility between Istanbul and Buenos Aires.

5. Agri-Industrial Complementarity

Türkiye, an expert in agricultural machinery and Halal standards, finds in Argentina a partner to transform raw materials into high value-added products for the Islamic world. Opposite seasonality ensures a continuous production flow throughout the year.

Argentina is not just a market of 46 million people; it is a strategic launchpad. The operational resilience of the Turkish entrepreneur combined with the new guarantees offered by RIGI creates a unique investment environment in the region.

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