The excitement and anticipation are growing in the country following the arrival of Pope Leo XIV to Argentina. The pontiff will remain within the national territory from this Sunday, November 8, to Wednesday, November 11, with a schedule that includes various activities and meetings.
A few hours after his arrival, the warm words addressed to him by the Jorge Newbery Aeroparque Control Tower became known. Through the aircraft’s loudspeakers, air traffic personnel conveyed a welcome message and expressed the emotion that his visit to the country generates.
Just seconds after the landing of the Boeing 737-8 MAX, the Control Tower contacted the aircraft’s cockpit to welcome the Holy Father.
“Permit us to convey this message to the Holy Father: from the Aeroparque Control Tower we want to extend the warmest welcome to Argentine airspace,” they stated.
Later, they highlighted the significance of his presence for the country: “It is immense joy for all Argentines to receive him in our country. This presence fills us with emotion and the meaning of this visit for our nation”.
Finally, they closed the message with a welcoming phrase: “Welcome to Argentina, Holy Father, welcome all. Go and announce.”
What Pope Leo XIV did and will do today in Argentina
Pope Leo XIV landed at Jorge Newbery Airport at 4:30 p.m. this Sunday, November 8, where he was received by President Javier Milei, accompanied by the President’s Secretary-General, Karina Milei.
Half an hour later, at 5:00 p.m., he paid tribute to General José de San Martín at Plaza San Martín.
Then he headed to the Casa Rosada, where he held a bilateral meeting with President Javier Milei. Later, around 6:30 p.m., he is scheduled to visit the Libertad Palace as part of the day’s activities on his first day in the country.
Credits: Presidencia de la Nación
