Number: RS20781
Title: ARGENTINA: POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC CONDITIONS AND RELATIONS WITH THE UNITED STATES
Authors: M. Angeles Villarreal, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: In recent years economic conditions in Argentina have deteriorated and the success of President de la Rua's administration will likely depend on the success of his economic reform program. In addition to labor law reform to address the unemployment problem, President de la Rua has taken steps to improve economic conditions, reduce levels of public spending, and eliminate corruption.
Pages: 6
Date: January 12, 2001