Argentina’s overall performance has showed some signs of improvement since Global Integrity’s last assessment of the country in 2008 due to gains in reducing the implementation gap between anti-corruption laws and institutions on the books and their actual enforcement. The overall legal framework remains robust. The enforcement and implementation of these laws and institutions present a mixed picture with persisting deficits alongside modest improvements. In particular, freedom of the media and the integrity of the election process have witnessed important transformations: the passage of a new broadcasting law in 2009 authorizing a variety of new broadcasting entities has helped to bolster the media environment, although implementation will remain a challenge. With respect to elections, the effectiveness of the election monitoring agency – especially in its professionalism and presentation of information to the general public – has improved. On the other hand, the transparency of political party and candidate financing, as well as information regarding the budget process, have registered only more modest improvements. A comprehensive law on access to public information and whistle-blower regulations are still pending. Areas that remain extremely weak pertain to effectively implementing conflicts of interest regulations for members of the legislature and judiciary.