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how much did argentina get from usa

Argentina got a mix of support from the U.S., and the amount depends on what you mean by “got.” In recent coverage, the biggest figure was a $20 billion U.S. Treasury currency swap line, plus a broader support package that was discussed as potentially reaching $40 billion total when private financing was included.

Main figures

  • $20 billion : the U.S. Treasury swap line for Argentina.
  • Up to $40 billion : the broader support package discussed in reports, combining U.S. government support and hoped-for private-sector financing.
  • About $6.37 million : U.S. foreign aid obligated to Argentina in FY 2024, which is much smaller than the swap line and not the same kind of support.

What this means

The large headline number is not ordinary aid. It was a financial backstop/currency swap arrangement meant to support Argentina’s economy, and reports say Argentina later repaid the limited amount it used.

If you mean aid

If you meant traditional U.S. foreign aid, the amount was only about $6.37 million in FY 2024.

If you mean bailout support

If you meant the emergency financial support connected to the Trump administration and Argentina’s economic stabilization, the relevant figure is the $20 billion swap line , with the broader package discussed as up to $40 billion.