Argentina's Presidential Election: Milei vs. Massa in Run-off Vote

Argentina's economy minister Sergio Massa has defied expectations by winning over 36% of the vote in the presidential election, putting him on course for a run-off contest with far-right candidate Javier Milei. With no candidate receiving the necessary 45% of votes, a second round will be held on November 19. Massa's lead was surprising as many believed voters would punish him for presiding over a financial crisis. Milei, who had led in the primaries, came second. The winner will face the challenge of winning over a country desperate for improvement amid a difficult economic situation.