From the Paper
"Finding the right balance of retribution versus reconciliation in a transition to a democratic regime is a complex issue. On one hand, human rights violations must be punished, if only to preserve a basic sense of justice in the country in question. On the other hand, rigorous prosecution of such violations may be beyond the means of a new government struggling to establish stability. In many cases, the potential for serious intra-state conflict between the democratic government and the military cannot be underestimated. Nevertheless, minimal legal reprisals against human rights violators of past regimes must be pursued.

Argentina is an instructive example of a democracy whose troubled relationship with its military continued well into the new regime. The transfer of power in Argentina came about as a ..."

Abstract
Examines the leaders and their actions over the past twenty years and the consequences of those actions. This paper was written for an assignment to study the political environment of the country.

From the Paper
"To study the past twenty years in the history of Argentina is to see a country struggling with financial difficulties and unsuccessful social reforms. Leaders of this South American nation of more than 38 million people (CIA, July 2003) have tried to keep it from sinking deeper into recession and foreign debt, and bring Argentines back on their way to the high quality of life they once enjoyed. Despite the fact that Argentina has maintained a stable democracy, the economic crisis has not been resolved."

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Abstract
This report is designed to provide the investor considering entry into the telecommunications industry in Argentina with the information needed to make an informed decision on the issue. To provide a logical flow of information to support an integrated assessment process by an investor, this report is structured in major sections, each of which provides information relevant to the investment decision in a sequence that leads from a basic familiarity with the country to an in-depth review of the telecommunications provider industry in Argentina.

Outline
Introduction
Contents
Introduction to Argentina
Argentina's Geographic Setting
Social Profile
Overview of the Economy
Government
Infrastructure
Macroeconomics of Argentina
Macroeconomic Aggregates
Foreign Debt
Economic Outlook
Foreign Exchange and Trade Controls
Role of Foreign Trade
Foreign Exchange Regulation
Foreign Trade Regulation
Tax Regulations
Tax Rates
Special Provisions
Tax Treaties
Currency Experience
Currency Review
Argentina's Stock Market
Stock Market Review
Telecommunications Industry in Argentina
Telecommunications: Concept
Privatization
Telecommunications Regulation and Deregulation in Argentina
Telecommunications Companies
Telefonica de Argentina
Telecom Argentina
Comparing Telefonica and Telecom

From the Paper
"The loss of the war brought about a popular, and relatively peaceful, revolution in Argentina, which, in turn, gained the adoption of a new constitution, and the election of a new president, Raul Alfonsin, in 1983. The revolution was not just against the outcome of the war. It was also a manifestation of the extreme dissatisfaction of the Argentine public with the terror tactics employed domestically by the military governments, and with the almost complete mismanagement of the country's economy by those governments. Argentina's current constitution is designed to provide stable, elected civilian governments. It is also designed to curb the power of the military, although President Alfonsin had to deal with several attempted rebellions by factions within the country's military establishment. In October 1989, President Menem announced pardons for 39 military officers accused of human rights crimes during the period of military rule, and announced the end of human rights trials for military officers for actions alleged to have occurred during the period of military rule. These moves by President Menem were designed to enhance the country's political stability. The new constitution also provides the government with greater powers to manage the economy than were available under the constitution of 1853, as amended."

Tags:Carlos, Menem, Alfonsin, IMF, World, Trade, Organization, Miniphone