Carlos Alberto Presti

Carlos Alberto Presti is a distinguished Argentine military officer who has recently been appointed as the Minister of Defense, making him the first military official to hold this position since the last dictatorship in 1981. Graduating from the Colegio Militar de la Nación in 1987, he has held various key roles, including Chief of the General Staff of the Army. His appointment signifies a notable shift in the government's approach to the Armed Forces, as it aims to end the long-standing stigmatization of military personnel. Presti's career is marked by significant milestones, including overseeing a major restructuring within the army, and he brings a wealth of experience to this pivotal role in national defense.