The governor of Catamarca, Raúl Jalil, announced the return of the Argentine Army to the province after almost three decades without a military presence.
The measure is part of a broader process of reconstruction of the Armed Forces promoted by the government of Javier Milei, with a focus on recovering strategic capacities and strengthening national sovereignty.
The return of the Army: a historic change
The announcement was made during the Veterans and Memorial Day event in the Falkland Islands
.Jalil confirmed that, after meeting with Defense Minister Carlos Presti, the return of force could take place in early 2027.
Catamarca had been left without an Army presence since 1997, when the 17th Infantry Regiment was disbanded.
A key project to recover military capabilities
The return of the Army involves the construction of a new military unit in the south of the provincial capital.
The property will have modern infrastructure, including:
Accommodation for more than 250 soldiers
A military neighborhood with 100 houses
Operational facilities such as hangars, powder magazines and a vehicle park
The works would progress
to be completed in 2027.A policy aligned with national strengthening The
decision is part of a broader strategy of the national Government
.The Milei administration has been promoting the strengthening of the Armed Forces as part of a defense agenda that prioritizes security and sovereignty.
The return of the Army to Catamarca joins other initiatives aimed at recovering capacities that were weakened for years.
Economic Impact and Local Development
The installation of the military unit will also have positive effects on the regional economy.
