Raúl Jalil was elected pro tempore president of Norte Grande during the bloc's last annual meeting, held in Santiago del Estero. His appointment coincides with a political moment in which Catamarca has been deepening institutional ties with the national government, aligning itself with President Javier Milei's agenda of modernization, macroeconomic order, and federal development.
Upon taking office, Jalil emphasized that his leadership of Norte Grande will be guided by "federalism and the pursuit of concrete improvements in citizens' quality of life." He also stressed the importance of "ongoing dialogue with the Nation," a message that fits with the dynamic Milei and his cabinet seek to promote in order to strengthen the country's productive regions.
Active federalism and joint work for 2026
The bloc's meeting—which brought together governors from northern Argentina—was marked by an atmosphere of interprovincial cooperation and coordination with Casa Rosada, especially in the context of the discussion of the 2026 Budget and the structural reforms that the national government is planning for next year.
Jalil, together with leaders such as Gerardo Zamora, Leandro Zdero, Gustavo Sáenz, Osvaldo Jaldo, Carlos Sadir, Hugo Passalacqua, and Quintela, agreed that Norte Grande has a historic opportunity to integrate itself into the national strategy aimed at promoting investment, infrastructure, and competitiveness.
Jalil's position as a political facilitator becomes especially relevant in a context where the national government continues to expand its legislative base. The La Libertad Avanza bloc added new deputies and now has 91 members, which opens up a scenario of greater federal coordination for the advancement of Milei's modernization agenda.
Catamarca and the consolidation of a new political axis
Jalil's role takes on additional importance due to internal movements in Congress. Catamarcan legislators are considering the possibility of forming their own caucus with closer ties to the ruling party. This reorganization could become a key factor in the handling of strategic economic legislation for Norte Grande.
Jalil's leadership thus emerges as a political bridge between the northern provinces and Casa Rosada, with a common agenda based on efficiency, institutional cooperation, and sustainable development. The pursuit of broad consensus to strengthen federalism marks a new stage of joint work with President Milei.
