The Argentine government has established specific requirements for the proposed merger between Telecom and Telefónica. A primary condition is that the resulting entity must cede 6 million mobile phone lines to a new market competitor. This measure is intended to prevent a monopoly and maintain healthy competition within the telecommunications sector. However, the companies involved have expressed disagreement with these terms. They argue that the divestment request is excessive and could hinder the merger's viability. The government maintains that these concessions are necessary to protect consumer interests. Further negotiations are expected as the companies evaluate the impact of these regulatory demands.