Yamil Santoro, lawyer, businessman, and liberal legislator

Yamil Santoro is an Argentine lawyer, entrepreneur, and politician, recognized for his defense of liberal values and his work in modernizing the State. He is a legislator of the City of Buenos Aires for Republicanos Unidos, founder of the Partido Mejorar, and director of the Fundación Apolo. Santoro has developed a career that spans teaching, entrepreneurship, and public office. His management focuses on state efficiency, inclusion, and innovation in public policies, and he actively participates in the political and social debates of the country.

Academic background and professional trajectory

Yamil Santoro graduated as a lawyer from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA). He later completed a Master’s degree in Public Policy at the Torcuato Di Tella University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration at ESEADE. In academia, he serves as an adjunct professor at ESEADE, where he teaches Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Game Theory, and Negotiation.

In the business field, Santoro founded Elysium Propiedades, dedicated to shared apartment rentals, and Grou.Me, a digital communication agency. He also works as Chief of Advisors in the office of national deputy José Luis Patiño.

Political career

Yamil Santoro’s entry into politics is characterized by his firm defense of liberal values and his commitment to modernizing the State. In 2009, he founded the Liberal Party, which later became the Liberal Libertarian Party (PL). Although he distanced himself from the party in 2012, he continued his political journey by founding the Partido Mejorar, which is now part of the Republicanos Unidos coalition. In December 2023, he assumed the position of legislator for the City of Buenos Aires, replacing Roberto García Moritán, who was appointed Minister of Economic Development for the city.

During his tenure, Santoro has introduced projects aimed at improving state efficiency and promoting modern public policies. His legislative work focuses on the inclusion of people with disabilities and the modernization of administrative processes.

Controversies

Proposal to change the name of “Estado de Palestina” street

In February 2025, Yamil Santoro presented a bill to change the name of “Estado de Palestina” street in Buenos Aires to “Familia Bibas,” in honor of Shiri Silberman Bibas and her two children, Ariel and Kfir, Argentine-Israeli citizens who were killed during the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023. This proposal sparked an intense debate in Argentine society, highlighting divisions in the community regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Legal dispute with Carlos Maslatón

In 2023, Santoro faced a legal dispute with Carlos Maslatón, who had labeled him a “valijero” on social media. This term, which implies illegal activities, led Santoro to take legal action to protect his reputation. The controversy was resolved through mediation, in which Maslatón agreed to remove the offensive comments, and both parties reached an understanding.

Presence on social media

Yamil Santoro maintains an active presence on social media, where he shares his political vision and projects. On X (formerly Twitter), he identifies as “Liberal Deputy of the CABA” and director of the Fundación Apolo. On Instagram, he presents himself as “Liberal Deputy of the City of Buenos Aires” and director of @apolo.fundacion.